noun
desolation
deh-suh-LAY-shuhn
noun
1
A state of complete emptiness or ruin, often after destruction.
"The bombing left the city in a state of total desolation."
2
A deep feeling of sadness and hopelessness.
"She was overwhelmed with desolation after the funeral."
How to Use Desolation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishComplete emptiness and ruin, or a crushing sense of sadness and loneliness.
Common pairings
scene of desolation
utter desolation
Word Forms
desolations plural
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