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CAT-

down, against, completely

Greek kata — down

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cataclysm

/ˈka-tə-ˌkli-zəm/

noun

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cataclysm

A violent upheaval or catastrophic event, such as a great flood.

The eruption was a cataclysm that reshaped the entire coastline.

Synonyms

catastrophe
disaster
upheaval
calamity

Antonyms

calm
tranquility
stability
blessing

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