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devastating

/dˈɛvʌstˌeɪtɪŋ/adjective4 syllables

Devastating means: wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction.

Synonyms for devastating6

adjective, as in wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction

annihilative, annihilating, withering, destructive

adjective, as in making light of

annihilating, withering, disrespectful

adjective, as in physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination

crushing, destructive

What does devastating mean?3

adjective

1

wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction“possessing annihilative power”

2

making light of“afire with annihilating invective”

3

physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination“a crushing blow”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Devastating in a sentence

  • If you left now, the consequences would be devastating.belgavox
  • They confirmed the importance of strengthening global precautions in order to prevent devastating losses.fcbond
  • Pollution is bringing devastating consequences for the regional ecosystem.AlanF_US
  • I am still in shock after knowing this sad and devastating news.anthrax26
  • What else could we have done after something as devastating as that?DJ_Saidez
  • Trawling causes a devastating waste of life in the form of bycatch.Auride
  • The devastating loss became the catalyst for personal growth.Nuel
  • Nowadays, the devastating wildfires in Canada continue burning thousands of hectares.stebnbr

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