Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with catastrophic in American Collocation
possibly
possibly
potentially
The earth could warm relatively rapidly, with potentially catastrophic effect.
very
absolutely
truly
utterly
The consequences for our way of life – and for the lives of the generations who will follow us – could be truly catastrophic.
natural event
earthquake
flood
flooding
Catastrophic floods are a common natural disaster in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.
failure or damage
collapse
damage
decline
defeat
failure
injury
loss
House prices will suffer a catastrophic collapse.
effect
effect
The low price of coffee had a catastrophic effect on the lives of millions of small farmers.
event
accident
event
incident
There is the ever-present danger of a catastrophic accident.
be
be
prove
The decision proved catastrophic.