calamities

The word “calamities” has 4 syllables: ca-lam-i-ties

It's pronounced as /kəˈlæmɪtiz/


What is synonym and antonym for calamities?

In the thesaurus, “calamities” has 13 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for calamities along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for calamities

  • adversity
  • apocalypses
  • cataclysm
  • catastrophe
  • catastrophes
  • collapse
  • disasters
  • hardship
  • misfortune
  • mishap
  • scourge
  • tragedies
  • woe

Antonyms for calamities

  • advantage
  • benefit
  • blessing
  • boon
  • favor
  • good fortune
  • good luck
  • happiness
  • miracle
  • success
  • windfalls
  • wonder

Meanings of calamities

  • noun
    1. An event resulting in great loss.
    2. The distress that results from some disaster.

Example Sentences

  • Natural calamities such as hurricanes and earthquakes can cause widespread destruction.
  • The town's resilience was tested by a series of unexpected calamities.
  • Despite facing numerous calamities, the community came together to rebuild and support one another.
  • The government provided aid to areas affected by the recent calamities.
  • Historical records document the response of civilizations to various calamities throughout history.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calamities, such as: advantage, adversity, apocalypses, benefit, blessing, boon, cataclysm.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • beating
  • breakdown
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