Definition

A day when people believe that the world will end and everyone will be judged for their actions.

Example

Many people fear that doomsday is approaching due to climate change.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what a doomsday scenario would look like?

Yeah, it’s kind of scary to imagine all that chaos.

I read a book that described a possible doomsday event, and it was pretty intense.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to hear more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Domesday** → The word originates from Old English *dōmesdæg*, where "dōm" (meaning judgment) and "dæg" (meaning day) combine to refer to the day of judgment. It specifically refers to the day when the results of the Domesday Book were announced, which was a record of landholdings in England created in 1086.

Memory Tip

Think of 'judgment' ('dōm') being made on a specific 'day' ('dæg') — that's why Domesday refers to the day of judgment.

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