calamiform

/ˌkæləˈmɪfɔrm, ˌkæləˈmaɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of a calamity or disaster

“The city’s infrastructure was severely damaged by the calamiform storm.”

2. noun

a person who causes or is responsible for a calamity or disaster

“The calamiform is being held accountable for the devastating effects of the hurricane.”

Synonyms

  • calamitous
  • catastrophic
  • disastrous

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless