Catastrophe and Last straw

Catastrophe

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

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

Nearby Word: catastrophic

Last straw

Last straw noun - The final irritation that stretches your patience beyond the limit.
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Synonyms for Last straw

Catastrophe and last straw are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Catastrophe" instead a noun phrase "Last straw".
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