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devastating (adjective)

Causing severe shock, distress, or grief; or describing something that is highly destructive and causes widespread ruin.

💬 Example

"The news of the factory closure was devastating to the local community."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Vast' 'State' of 'Dev' (destruction). DE-VAST-ATING. When something is devastating, it leaves a VAST amount...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I am so devastating about the news. → I am so devastated about the news.

The devestating fire destroyed the house. → The devastating fire destroyed the house.

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