Pronunciation: /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪtɪŋ/
verb present participle of the verb devastate
A1 The storm devastated the small town.
A2 The earthquake devastated the city, leaving many homeless.
B1 The news of the company's bankruptcy devastated the employees.
B2 The loss of her best friend devastated her emotionally.
C1 The devastating effects of climate change are becoming more evident.
C2 The war devastated the country, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
adjective causing great damage or harm
A1 The storm was devastating for the small village.
A2 The loss of her pet was devastating for the young girl.
B1 The devastating impact of deforestation on wildlife is evident.
B2 The devastating news of the plane crash shocked the entire community.
C1 The devastating effects of climate change are becoming more apparent.
C2 The devastating consequences of the war were felt for generations.
formal The devastating effects of the natural disaster were felt throughout the entire region.
informal It was devastating to see her fail the exam after studying so hard.
slang Losing my job was absolutely devastating, I don't know how I'll make ends meet now.
figurative The news of his betrayal was like a devastating blow to her heart.
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