catastrophe
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/kəˈtæstrəfi/
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/kəˈtæstrəfi/
A sudden event that causes great harm to many people.
The earthquake was a catastrophe that destroyed entire cities and left thousands homeless.
그 지진은 도시 전체를 파괴하고 수천 명을 집 없이 만든 대참사였습니다.
An event that causes serious problems or failure for someone or something.
The failed product launch was a catastrophe for the company, leading to huge financial losses.
실패한 제품 출시는 회사에 대참사였으며, 막대한 재정 손실을 초래했습니다.