Polycrisis Pronunciation: /ˌpɒl.iˈkraɪ.sɪs/ (PAH-lee-KRY-sis) Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A situation where several major crises happen at the same time and interact, making problems more complex and severe worldwide. Today, our polycrisis include, but is not limited to, rapid emerging technology, political incompetence, geopolitical tensions, and climate change. These overlapping crises often make each other worse and challenge solutions on a global scale.
Synonyms: Multiple crises, interconnected crises.
Example: Rising temperatures, technology disruptions, unstable governments, and international conflict have created a global polycrisis.