DEVASTATING
(adj.sat, verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Devastating.
Devastating - as an adjective satellite
Making light of
Example: "Afire with annihilating invective"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annihilatingwitheringWreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction
Example: "Possessing annihilative power"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annihilatingannihilativewitheringPhysically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
Example: "A crushing blow"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crushingDevastating - as a verb
To ruin many or all things over a large area, such as most or all buildings of a city, or cities of a region, or trees of a forest.
To destroy a whole collection of related ideas, beliefs, and strongly held opinions.
To break beyond recovery or repair so that the only options are abandonment or the clearing away of useless remains (if any) and starting over.
Devastating - as an adjective
Causing devastation
Example Sentences
"The devastating earthquake destroyed the entire city."
"The devastating news of his death left us all in shock."
"The devastating effects of the hurricane were felt for years."
"The loss of her job was devastating for her."
"The war caused devastating damage to the country's infrastructure."
Word Game Points
Is DEVASTATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, devastating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVASTATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is DEVASTATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, devastating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVASTATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DEVASTATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, devastating is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVASTATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
