doom

B2
Pronunciation
/duːm/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Destiny, especially terrible.

2 Definition

An undesirable fate; an impending severe occurrence or danger that seems inevitable.

3 Definition

A feeling of danger, impending danger, darkness or despair.

4 Definition

A law.

5 Definition

A judgment or decision.

6 Definition

A sentence or penalty for illegal behaviour.

7 Definition

Death.

Example Sentences
  • They met an untimely doom when the mineshaft caved in.
8 Definition

(sometimes capitalized) The Last Judgment; or, an artistic representation thereof.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To pronounce sentence or judgment on; to condemn.

Example Sentences
  • a criminal doomed to death
2 Definition

To destine; to fix irrevocably the ill fate of.

3 Definition

To judge; to estimate or determine as a judge.

4 Definition

To ordain as a penalty; hence, to mulct or fine.

5 Definition

To assess a tax upon, by estimate or at discretion.