What does disastrous mean?
Disastrous means Of the nature of a disaster; calamitous..
Disastrous
/dɪˈzɑː.stɹəs/ · adjective
Meaning
Of the nature of a disaster; calamitous..
Definitions by Sense
- Of the nature of a disaster; calamitous.
- Foreboding disaster; ill-omened.
Example Sentences
In addition, he was also able to reinforce the unease among progressive Democratic-leaning voters over Clinton’s disastrous pro-interventionist positions, thereby suppressing turnout and encouraging third party support in some key swing states that made the difference in his Electoral College victory.
A fearsome sight it was to behold how he swelled in his wrath, and his eyes blazed like disastrous stars at midnight, and being wood with anger he gnashed his teeth till the froth stood at his lips and slavered down his chin.
Synonyms for disastrous
Antonyms for disastrous
Related Words
Word Forms
- more disastrous
- most disastrous
- disastress
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disastrous?
Common synonyms include apocalyptic, calamitous, cataclysmal, cataclysmic.
What is the opposite of disastrous?
Possible antonyms include auspicious, fortunate, auspicial, favorable.
How do you use disastrous in a sentence?
In addition, he was also able to reinforce the unease among progressive Democratic-leaning voters over Clinton’s disastrous pro-interventionist positions, thereby suppressing turnout and encouraging third party support in some key swing states that made the difference in his Electoral College victory.
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