calamity

UK
/kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/
US
/kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/

Translations

calamitynoun
calamities
pl
UK
/kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/
US
/kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/
Losing his job was a personal calamity for him.
Потеря работы стала личным несчастьем для него.
The financial crisis was a calamity for many businesses.
Финансовый кризис стал катастрофой для многих предприятий.
The earthquake was a major calamity for the region.
Землетрясение стало крупным бедствием для региона.

Definitions

calamitynoun
A great misfortune or disaster, such as a flood or serious injury.
The earthquake was a calamity that left the city in ruins.
A state of deep distress or affliction; grievous adversity or misery.
She faced the calamity of losing her home with remarkable courage.