What is the meaning of doom?

noun

  • An unpleasant or disastrous destiny.
    • usage: "everyone was aware of the approaching doom but was helpless to avoid it"; "that's unfortunate but it isn't the end of the world"

verb

  • Decree or designate beforehand.
    • usage: "She was destined to become a great pianist"
  • Pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law.
    • usage: "He was condemned to ten years in prison"
  • Make certain of the failure or destruction of.
    • usage: "This decision will doom me to lose my position"
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