Doom

usgb/duːm/
noun

An event causing terrible suffering, like death or destruction.

His sudden job loss seemed like doom for the family.
Visual representation of "doom" - An event causing terrible suffering, like death or destruction

Often appears as...

  • seal one's doom
  • spell doom
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Extreme Consequences

Use 'doom' when referring to outcomes with grave consequences, often beyond regular misfortune.

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The town was in the path of the volcanic eruption, facing certain doom.
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Dramatic Tone

The word 'doom' adds drama and emphasizes the severity or inevitability of a dismal situation.

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The prophecy foretold the doom of the kingdom.
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Negative Outcome

'Doom' implies a very bad end, without hope of improvement or escape.

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After the scandal, his political career met its doom.
Visual representation of the word "Doom"

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