Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

CATACLYSMIC

Ruinous

The most appropriate synonym of the word cataclysmic is ruinous.

• Cataclysmic means "causing great and sudden destruction or change."
• Ruinous means "causing great and lasting damage or destruction."

The other words do not have the same meaning as cataclysmic.

• Feverish means "having or showing the symptoms of a fever; characterized by excitement or agitation."
• Wrangling means "a noisy, confused, or angry argument."
• Agonize means "to suffer great physical or mental pain."