devastating
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
This technology was pioneered by Russia to devastating effect in late 2024.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole said Kumanjayi Little Baby's family had been notified and "our thoughts are firmly with them at this devastating time".
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
I lost my mom not that many years ago, and it’s hard to digest how the most destructive and emotionally devastating things are also absolutely assured and commonplace.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Many Haitian immigrants were first granted TPS after a devastating 2010 earthquake killed more than 300,000 people and left the island nation in ruins.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
If there has ever been a conqueror who did not exact this most devastating tithe from his subjects, he is unknown to history.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
Vocabulary lists containing devastating
In the Mood? 100 Words to Describe Emotions
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Hatchet
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
