noun
Uncommon
devastation
deh-vuh-STAY-shn
Devastation (noun) means Widespread destruction, or the state of having been destroyed. Example: “Photos showed the sheer devastation left by the flood.”
noun
1
Widespread destruction, or the state of having been destroyed.
"Photos showed the sheer devastation left by the flood."
How to use devastation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTotal ruin left behind after a disaster.
Common pairings
widespread devastation
scenes of devastation
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Word forms
- Plural
- devastations
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Etymology
From Middle French dévastation.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for devastation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “devastation” mean?
The word “devastation” means widespread destruction, or the state of having been destroyed. In plain terms, total ruin left behind after a disaster.
How do you pronounce “devastation”?
“Devastation” is pronounced deh-vuh-STAY-shn (/ˌdɛ.vəˈsteɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “devastation” in a sentence?
Here is “devastation” used in a sentence: “Photos showed the sheer devastation left by the flood.”
What is another word for “devastation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “devastation” include havoc.
What part of speech is “devastation”?
“Devastation” is a noun.
Where does the word “devastation” come from?
The word “devastation” comes from Middle French. From Middle French dévastation.
Is “devastation” a common word?
“Devastation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
