C1 noun तटस्थ

devestation

/ˌdev.əˈsteɪ.ʃən/

Devastation refers to widespread and severe destruction or damage to a place or object. It can also describe the state of extreme emotional shock, grief, or overwhelm felt by a person.

उदाहरण

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1

The earthquake caused widespread devastation throughout the coastal region.

The massive earthquake resulted in extensive destruction across the seaside area.

2

The humanitarian report highlighted the utter devastation of the city's infrastructure following the conflict.

The official report emphasized the complete ruin of the city's systems after the war.

3

He was in total devastation after his dog passed away suddenly.

He felt completely heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief when his dog died unexpectedly.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा
devastation
Verb
devastate
क्रिया विशेषण
devastatingly
विशेषण
devastating
संबंधित
devastator
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याद रखने का तरीका

Think of the word 'vast'. Devastation is when a 'vast' area is ruined or turned into 'waste'.

त्वरित क्विज़

The flood waters receded, revealing the complete _______ of the valley's farmland.

सही!

सही उत्तर है: devastation

उदाहरण

1

The earthquake caused widespread devastation throughout the coastal region.

everyday

The massive earthquake resulted in extensive destruction across the seaside area.

2

The humanitarian report highlighted the utter devastation of the city's infrastructure following the conflict.

formal

The official report emphasized the complete ruin of the city's systems after the war.

3

He was in total devastation after his dog passed away suddenly.

informal

He felt completely heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief when his dog died unexpectedly.

4

Scholars argue that the environmental devastation of the 19th century was a precursor to modern climate issues.

academic

Academic researchers suggest that the large-scale ecological damage in the 1800s led to today's climate problems.

5

The sudden bankruptcy of the primary supplier caused financial devastation for the small firm.

business

The unexpected collapse of the main supplier led to a total financial ruin for the minor company.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा
devastation
Verb
devastate
क्रिया विशेषण
devastatingly
विशेषण
devastating
संबंधित
devastator

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

widespread devastation destruction occurring over a very large area
emotional devastation the state of being completely overwhelmed by psychological pain
utter devastation complete and total destruction
cause devastation to result in great damage or ruin
witness devastation to see the results of severe destruction firsthand

सामान्य वाक्यांश

leave a trail of devastation

to cause a continuous path of destruction as something moves through an area

a scene of devastation

a place where everything has been destroyed or ruined

point of devastation

the specific moment or location where ruin occurs

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

devestation vs desolation

Desolation emphasizes emptiness, loneliness, and lack of life, whereas devastation emphasizes the active act of destruction.

devestation vs detestation

Detestation means intense hatred or loathing toward someone or something, unrelated to physical ruin.

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इस्तेमाल की जानकारी

Use 'devastation' when you want to describe a level of damage that is near total or when describing profound grief. It is a much stronger word than 'damage' or 'unhappiness.'

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सामान्य गलतियाँ

Learners often misspell the word as 'devestation' (with an 'e'). It should always be spelled with an 'a' in the second syllable: 'devastation'.

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याद रखने का तरीका

Think of the word 'vast'. Devastation is when a 'vast' area is ruined or turned into 'waste'.

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शब्द की उत्पत्ति

Derived from the Latin 'devastatio', from the verb 'devastare', where 'de-' acts as an intensifier and 'vastare' means to lay waste or make empty.

व्याकरण पैटर्न

Uncountable noun (though sometimes used with an indefinite article to describe a specific event) Often follows verbs like 'wreak' or 'cause' Commonly modified by adjectives like 'utter', 'complete', or 'widespread'
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सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

In modern English, this word is frequently used in news media to describe the impact of climate-related natural disasters or the consequences of war on civilian populations.

त्वरित क्विज़

The flood waters receded, revealing the complete _______ of the valley's farmland.

सही!

सही उत्तर है: devastation

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B2

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buckskin

B2

Describes items made from the soft, yellowish-tan leather of a male deer or sheep, or refers to the specific pale yellowish-brown color of this leather. It is frequently used in the context of historical clothing, outdoor gear, and horse coat colors.

buckteeth

B2

Upper front teeth that protrude significantly outward over the lower lip, often due to jaw alignment or dental conditions. This physical trait is commonly associated with specific facial structures and is frequently addressed through orthodontic treatment.

buddha

B2

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

buddhism

B2

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buddhist

B2

A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. The term also functions as an adjective to describe things, practices, or art related to the religion and philosophy of Buddhism.

buddy

B2

To pair or partner someone with another person, typically to provide support, guidance, or safety in a professional or educational environment. As a verb, it often implies a formal or semi-formal arrangement where a more experienced person assists a newcomer.

budge

B2

To move slightly or to change a decision, opinion, or position. It is most frequently used in negative constructions to indicate that someone is being stubborn or that an object is physically stuck.

budgerigar

B2

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budgetary

B2

Relating to or concerned with a plan for spending money or a budget. It is frequently used to describe financial limits, allocations, or the process of managing available funds within an organization or government.

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