Ravage

Synonyms of ravage

• ruin
• destroy
• devastate

Antonyms of ravage

• preserve
• protect
• safeguard

Collocations of ravage

ravage the land

Frequency: 70 %

The wildfire ravaged the land, leaving behind a barren wasteland.

ravage the city

Frequency: 60 %

The hurricane ravaged the city, destroying buildings and infrastructure.

ravage the economy

Frequency: 50 %

The recession ravaged the economy, leading to widespread unemployment and poverty.

ravage the countryside

Frequency: 45 %

The invading army ravaged the countryside, pillaging villages and farms.

ravage the ecosystem

Frequency: 35 %

Oil spills can ravage the ecosystem, causing long-term damage to marine life.

Idiomatic Expressions for ravage

• Phrase: ravage the land
  Meaning: to cause extensive damage or destruction to the environment
  Usage: The construction project ravaged the land, destroying habitats and ecosystems.