devastate
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/ˈdevəsteɪt/
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/ˈdevəsteɪt/
to destroy something completely
The earthquake will devastate many buildings in the area.
地震将彻底摧毁该地区的许多建筑物。
to make someone feel very shocked and sad
The bad news will devastate her when she hears it.
当她听到这个坏消息时,会感到非常震惊和悲伤。