Synonyms for
Crisis
Definition
A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
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Common collocations
- economic crisis
- financial crisis
- political crisis
- global crisis
- health crisis
- energy crisis
- deep crisis
- severe crisis
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Usage note
A crisis is a turning point, often implying a negative outcome. The plural form is 'crises'.
Example sentences
- The earthquake caused a crisis in the city.
- The company is facing a financial crisis.
- The family went through a crisis when their house burned down.
- The hospital was in crisis due to the shortage of medical supplies.
- The government took action to prevent an economic crisis.
Quotes
In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity. - Albert Einstein
You never let a serious crisis go to waste. And what I mean by that it's an opportunity to do things you think you could not do before. - Rahm Emanuel
The Chinese use two brush strokes to write the word 'crisis.' One brush stroke stands for danger; the other for opportunity. In a crisis, be aware of the danger--but recognize the opportunity. - John F. Kennedy