calamitous
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Causing great and often sudden disaster or suffering.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
disastrous
catastrophic
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The flood had a _____ effect on the region's farmland."
Answer: calamitous
In your own words, what does "calamitous" mean?
Causing great and often sudden disaster or suffering.
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