Word Definition

Disaster

  1. An unpropitious or baleful aspect of a planet or star; malevolent influence of a heavenly body; hence, an ill portent.
  2. To blast by the influence of a baleful star.
  3. To bring harm upon; to injure.
  4. An adverse or unfortunate event, esp. a sudden and extraordinary misfortune; a calamity; a serious mishap.