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    Dévastation (en. Devastation)

    /devastɑsjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The act of devastating, the state of what is devastated.
    The devastation caused by the storm was terrible.
    La dévastation causée par la tempête a été terrible.
    Result of massive destruction.
    The city is suffering from devastation after the hurricane passed.
    La ville est en proie à une dévastation après le passage de l'ouragan.
    Desolation, state of ruin.
    The devastation of the landscape after the fire was shocking.
    La dévastation du paysage après l'incendie était choquante.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'devastatio', meaning 'ravage'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to get lost in the devastation
    To be overwhelmed by a feeling of despair or loss.
    se perdre dans la dévastation
    total devastation
    Complete destruction without any relief.
    dévastation totale
    after the devastation
    Period following significant damage.
    après la dévastation

    Related Words

    devastating
    Causing devastation.
    dévastateur
    devastated
    Having undergone destruction.
    dévasté
    deforestation
    The act of destroying a forest that can lead to ecological devastation.
    déforestation

    Slang Meanings

    Disastrous or chaotic state.
    His apartment is a devastation after the party.
    Son appart est une dévastation après la fête.
    Effect of a situation that requires a big cleanup.
    The devastation after their move was incredible.
    La dévastation après leur déménagement était incroyable.