Definition of Disaster

an event that causes great damage or hardship

Examples of Disaster in a sentence

The bride’s rainy wedding day was a disaster that started with missing rings and ended with a run-away groom.  🔊

Police have determined that the horrible forest fire was caused by teenage boys who let a small fire spread into disaster.  🔊

When disaster struck, doctors in the area rushed to the scene to help the victims.  🔊

Investing in the sinking business was a financial disaster that caused the businessman to lose millions.  🔊

The hurricane created a disaster in the area, with most of the island’s residents losing their homes and access to food and water.  🔊

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