doom meaning and definition

DOOM noun

Definition of doom (noun)

1. an unpleasant or disastrous destiny
   • "everyone was aware of the approaching doom but was helpless to avoid it"; "that's unfortunate but it isn't the end of the world"
   • synonyms: day of reckoning, doomsday, end of the world

DOOM verb

Definition of doom (verb)

1. decree or designate beforehand
   • "She was destined to become a great pianist"
   • synonyms: designate, destine, fate
2. pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
   • "He was condemned to ten years in prison"
   • synonyms: condemn, sentence
3. make certain of the failure or destruction of
   • "This decision will doom me to lose my position"