갑작스럽고 엄청난 피해나 고통을 초래하는 재난
An event causing great and usually sudden damage or suffering; a disaster.
예문:
"The earthquake was a natural catastrophe that displaced thousands of families."
"Experts warn that climate change could lead to a global environmental catastrophe."
매우 불운하거나 처참하게 실패한 일
Something that is very unfortunate, unsuccessful, or a complete failure.
예문:
"The opening night of the high-budget play was a complete catastrophe due to technical issues."
"His attempt to cook a five-course meal for the guests ended in a culinary catastrophe."
비극이나 문학 작품에서 사건의 결말이나 파국
The final resolution or denouement of a drama, especially a classical tragedy, where the plot reaches its conclusion.
예문:
"In Greek tragedy, the catastrophe usually involves the inevitable downfall of the hero."
"The final act builds tension until the tragic catastrophe occurs on stage."
작은 변화로 인해 발생하는 시스템의 급격하고 불연속적인 상태 변화
A sudden change in a system's behavior or state resulting from a small change in circumstances, as described in catastrophe theory.
예문:
"Catastrophe theory explains how minor inputs can trigger massive, sudden shifts in a complex system."
"The bridge's collapse was studied as a mechanical catastrophe within the framework of structural engineering."