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(ca-tas-tro-phism) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a theory that Earth's features are shaped by sudden events.

Example Sentence

The theory of catastrophism suggests that Earth has been shaped by sudden, short-lived, violent events.

More Example Sentences

Catastrophism explains sudden changes on Earth.

Synonyms

disaster theory; sudden change; upheaval

Antonyms

gradualism; uniformitarianism

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