A venture that fails spectacularly, especially one perceived as overconfident.
The R.M.S. Titanic, an ocean liner, supposedly unsinkable, that sank on its maiden voyage on 15 April 1912 after colliding with an iceberg.
Of a conflict or contest: involving equally powerful participants.
Of or relating to the Titans, a race of giant gods in Greek mythology.
Having great size, or great force, power, or strength.
A person in desperate circumstances or who is at the point of desperation, such as a down-and-outer, addict, etc.
Extremely bad; outrageous, shocking; intolerable.
In dire need (of something); having a dire need or desire.
Intense; extremely intense.
Being filled with, or in a state of, despair; hopeless.
Beyond hope, leaving little reason for hope; causing despair; extremely perilous.
Involving or employing extreme measures, without regard to danger or safety; reckless due to hopelessness.