Catastrophe and Impasse

Catastrophe

Catastrophe noun - A sudden violent event that brings about great loss or destruction.

Impasse and catastrophe are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Impasse" instead a noun "Catastrophe".

Nearby Word: catastrophic

Impasse

Impasse noun - A point in a struggle where neither side is capable of winning or willing to give in.
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Synonyms for Impasse

Catastrophe and impasse are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Catastrophe" instead a noun "Impasse".

Nearby Words: impassive, impassable, impassible
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