devastate

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(dev-as-tate) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to cause great destruction or damage.

Example Sentence

The fire will devastate the city. OR The bad news will devastate him.

More Example Sentences

They tried to stop the flood from devastating homes.

Synonyms

destroy; ruin; wreck

Antonyms

build; create; restore

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Rhymes

  • devastate