How to Pronounce "devastation"

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Definition

Devastation is the great destruction or serious damage caused to a place, thing, or group of people. It can also describe the feeling of deep sadness after a disaster.

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The war left behind scenes of devastation.

The hurricane caused devastation across the city.

We saw the devastation on TV after the earthquake.

You can't imagine the devastation until you see it with your own eyes.