catastrophic
adjective
of the nature of a catastrophe, or disastrous event; calamitous.
noncatastrophic
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a word derived from
catastrophic.
Example Sentences
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The U.N. report notes that the path to a noncatastrophic future is technologically feasible.
From Scientific American ● Apr. 5, 2022
You’re panicking right now, which is understandable, but getting practical, noncatastrophic medical advice about how to deal with your cold sore will help to combat the worst-case scenarios that are currently running through your mind.
From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2019
A company that tried to respond responsibly to a regrettable but noncatastrophic accident was blindsided, says Rafael Jaen Williamson, who handles public affairs for Chevron in Latin America.
From BusinessWeek ● May 10, 2012
