Apocalypse refers to a catastrophic, often cosmic, event that signifies the end of the world or a significant era. Rooted in religious and mythological contexts, it symbolizes a final reckoning, divine judgment, or transformative event.
The term is commonly associated with apocalyptic literature, where prophetic visions depict the ultimate fate of humanity and the universe.
In popular culture, “apocalypse” is also used more broadly to describe any disastrous or widespread event with profound consequences, often implying a radical and irreversible change in the course of history.