apocalyptic
1 antonym for apocalyptic — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Describing or resembling total, world-ending disaster.
Antonyms
nonapocalyptic
How to use apocalyptic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
apocalyptic vision
apocalyptic scenario
apocalyptic tone
Etymology
From Greek apokalyptikos, "revelatory," related to apocalypse.
Full origin of apocalyptic →Frequently asked questions
What does “apocalyptic” mean?
The word “apocalyptic” means describing or resembling total, world-ending disaster. In plain terms, describing a scene, mood, or prediction of catastrophic, civilization-ending scale.
How do you pronounce “apocalyptic”?
“Apocalyptic” is pronounced uh-PO-kuh-lihp-tihk (/əˈpɒ.kə.lɪp.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “apocalyptic” in a sentence?
Here is “apocalyptic” used in a sentence: “The wildfire left an apocalyptic landscape of ash and ruin.”
What is the opposite of “apocalyptic”?
The opposite of “apocalyptic” — its antonyms — is nonapocalyptic.
What part of speech is “apocalyptic”?
“Apocalyptic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “apocalyptic” come from?
The word “apocalyptic” comes from Greek. From Greek apokalyptikos, "revelatory," related to apocalypse.
Is “apocalyptic” a common word?
“Apocalyptic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
