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devastating
01
having a sharply humorous or cutting effect that mocks or belittles
Grammatical Information
Composition
present participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most devastating
Comparative
more devastating
gradable
Examples
Her devastating sarcasm left him speechless.
02
causing severe damage, destruction, or emotional distress
Examples
The devastating earthquake left the city in ruins, with many lives lost and homes destroyed.
03
causing intense emotional pain or overwhelming distress
Examples
The devastating breakup left her heartbroken for months.
Lexical Tree
devastatingly
devastating
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