A sudden, violent event that causes great change or destruction.
cata+clysm
Shared component: clysm · wash
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clysm
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Related forms: clysm · 2 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesRelating to or causing a violent and sudden event or change, especially one that results in great destruction or social upheaval.
cata+clysm+ic
Shared component: clysm · wash