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apocalyptic
This term carries a heavy sense of finality and overwhelming scale. While it often refers to the literal end of the world, it is frequently used as a vivid descriptor for any scene of extreme ruin or societal collapse, evoking images of fire, debris, and lawlessness. It suggests a tipping point from which there is no return.
In a theological context, the word shifts from destruction to revelation. It describes a specific genre of prophetic literature focused on uncovering hidden divine truths about the future. This creates a duality where the word can signify both the terrifying end of an era and the enlightening unveiling of a cosmic secret.
Meanings
Examples
The movie depicts an apocalyptic future where water is the most valuable resource.
The city looked apocalyptic after the hurricane had passed through.
I cannot stand these apocalyptic predictions about the climate.
The ruins of the ancient temple had an apocalyptic feel to them.
Look at this wasteland. It is absolutely apocalyptic.
Look at this wasteland. It is absolutely apocalyptic.
The priest spoke of apocalyptic visions and the coming judgment.
He wrote a series of apocalyptic poems about the fall of empires.
Is this really how the world ends? This is just too apocalyptic.
The scholar specialized in apocalyptic literature from the early church.
The scholar specialized in apocalyptic literature from the early church.