Meaning of the word disasters in English

What does disasters mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

disasters

US /dɪˈzæstərz/
UK /dɪˈzɑːstərz/

Plural Noun

1.

sudden events, such as floods, earthquakes, or accidents, that cause great damage or suffering

Example:
Natural disasters like hurricanes and tsunamis can devastate entire regions.
The company faced a series of financial disasters last year.
2.

events or situations that are extremely unsuccessful or unpleasant

Example:
The party was a complete disaster; nothing went as planned.
His first attempt at cooking was a series of culinary disasters.