katastroofiline

Katastroofiline is a Swedish adjective that translates to catastrophic in English. It describes an event or situation that is disastrous, calamitous, or ruinous. The term is used to denote something of extreme severity and negative consequence, often implying widespread damage, loss of life, or severe disruption.

The word derives from the Greek word "katastrophē," meaning an overturning or a sudden disaster. In common usage, katastroofiline is applied to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, or volcanic eruptions, as well as to man-made catastrophes like industrial accidents, wars, or economic collapses. It signifies a turning point from which recovery is difficult or impossible, leading to devastating outcomes.

Examples of its use might include describing a "katastroofiline tulv" (catastrophic flood) or a "katastroofiline majanduskriis" (catastrophic economic crisis). The adjective carries a strong sense of finality and overwhelming negative impact. It is a commonly understood term in Swedish to convey the gravity of a severely damaging event.