No. 4,022 in French

catastrophiques

Disastrous; catastrophic.

In a sentence

Les conséquences de cette décision peuvent être catastrophiques.
The consequences of this decision can be catastrophic.
The word 'catastrophiques' describes the potential extreme negative effects of the decision made.
Après l'ouragan, les dégâts étaient catastrophiques dans toute la région.
After the hurricane, the damages were catastrophic throughout the region.
Here, 'catastrophiques' emphasizes the severe destruction caused by the hurricane.
Son comportement irresponsable pourrait avoir des résultats catastrophiques.
His irresponsible behavior could lead to catastrophic results.
The term 'catastrophiques' is used to signify possible dire consequences stemming from the imprudent actions.

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