disaster

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people
  • noun: an unfavorable aspect of a planet or star
  • synonyms: mishap, misadventure, misfortune

Examples

  • Opponents say the government's policy is 'a disaster waiting to happen'. [=something that will probably have a very bad or tragic result]

  • The government's policy is 'a recipe for disaster'. = The government is 'flirting with disaster' by pursuing this policy.

  • The earthquake was one of the worst 'natural disasters' [=a disaster caused by natural forces] of this century.

Movie quotes

  • (..) He said he wants a colour picture of my titties for college. Jirina! Go immediately to the zoo. If the doctor doesn't come, it will be a disaster. The little ones always come at night. If the bleeding starts again, take him immediately to the hospital. My guess is that Minka probably (..)
    1989 Dva lidi v zoo