catastrophic
//ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk//
Adjective
catastrophicCanonical form
more catastrophicComparative
most catastrophicSuperlative
1
Involving or causing sudden great damage, destruction, or suffering.
The earthquake had catastrophic effects on the city.
2
Extremely unfortunate or unsuccessful; disastrous.
The company made a catastrophic decision that led to bankruptcy.