Dictionary Entry

devastated

adjective

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Meaning

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destroyed or ruined; causing severe and overwhelming shock or grief

Example Sentence

She was devastated when her dog ran away and cried for days.

Usage Note

Use when someone feels extreme sadness or when something is badly damaged, like after losing a pet or seeing a storm-ruined town.