apocalyptically


a·poc·a·lyp·tic

A0367400 (ə-pŏk′ə-lĭp′tĭk) also a·poc·a·lyp·ti·cal (-tĭ-kəl)adj.1. Relating to or predicting the end of the world, especially as described in the Bible or another religious text.2. Relating to or predicting widespread destruction or the collapse of civilization: "The refugees in the camps spoke of apocalyptic devastation and tens of thousands dead" (Amitav Ghosh).3. Characterized by predictions of or allusions to a disastrous outcome: spoke of the impending economic crisis in apocalyptic terms.
a·poc′a·lyp′ti·cal·ly adv.