1. In a manner relating to or characteristic of an apocalypse; with reference to the end of the world or a catastrophic event.
Usage: Often used to describe dramatic, catastrophic, or prophetic language or events.
2. In a way that suggests or evokes the style, tone, or imagery of apocalyptic literature or prophecy.
Usage: Used in literary or rhetorical contexts.

Examples

• The preacher spoke apocalyptically about the end times.
• The film depicted the city's destruction apocalyptically, with fire and chaos everywhere.
• Climate scientists warned apocalyptically about the consequences of inaction.
• The novel's apocalyptically dark tone unsettled many readers.
• He described the economic collapse in apocalyptically dire terms.
• The sky turned apocalyptically red during the dust storm.