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Definition of hellscape

hellscape

/ˈhɛl.skeɪp/
hell · scape
Plural:hellscapes
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• noun

1

A harsh, nightmarish, or desolate landscape or environment that resembles a vision of hell.

Example

"Years of unchecked industrial pollution had transformed the once-verdant valley into a barren, toxic hellscape."

2

A chaotic, distressing, or thoroughly unpleasant situation, sphere of activity, or state of affairs.

Example

"Navigating the unmoderated comment sections of social media can quickly feel like wading through a digital hellscape."

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• Nearby Words

hello
hellraiser
hellraising
hellscape
helluva
helm
helmand

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a blend of "hell" and "landscape," originally used in art criticism to describe vivid depictions of the underworld.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hellscape. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hellscape
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