Pronunciation: /ˈrævɪdʒ/
noun the destructive action of causing great damage or destruction
A1 The villagers were devastated by the ravage caused by the storm.
A2 The forest was left in a state of ravage after the wildfire.
B1 The ravage of war left the city in ruins.
B2 The archaeological site showed signs of ravage from years of neglect.
C1 The environmentalist warned about the ravage of deforestation on the ecosystem.
C2 The historian studied the ravage of ancient civilizations by natural disasters.
verb to cause severe and extensive damage
A1 The hurricane ravaged the small town, destroying many homes.
A2 The wildfire ravaged the forest, leaving behind a path of destruction.
B1 The war ravaged the country, causing widespread devastation and displacement.
B2 The virus ravaged the population, overwhelming healthcare systems.
C1 The economic crisis ravaged the global economy, leading to widespread unemployment.
C2 The dictator's regime ravaged the country, suppressing dissent and violating human rights.
formal The hurricane ravaged the coastal town, causing extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure.
informal The wildfire ravaged through the forest, leaving nothing but charred trees in its wake.
slang The party last night completely ravaged my living room, it's a total mess.
figurative The scandal ravaged his reputation, leaving him with few allies in the political arena.
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