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devastating
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making light of
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causing severe damage, destruction, or emotional distress
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physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
Example
The loss of lives in the accident is devastating.
The wildfire swept through the forest, devastating acres of land and wildlife habitats.
Substance addiction, such as to drugs or alcohol, can have devastating effects on an individual's physical health, mental well-being, and relationships.
The silence in the room after the devastating news was almost excruciating.
The devastating tsunami in 2004 wreaked havoc across coastal regions of Southeast Asia.
