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Meaning of ravaged
The primary meaning of "ravaged" is to cause severe damage or destruction to something.
Etymology of ravaged
The word "ravaged" comes from the Old French word "ravager", which is derived from the Latin word "vastare", meaning "to lay waste" or "to destroy"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of pillaging or plundering a place, especially in the context of war or conflict
Synonyms
devastated
destroyed
ruined
wrecked
damaged
harmed
injured
marred
spoiled
battered
beaten
bruised
crushed
demolished
desolated
laid waste
pillaged
plundered
ravished
sacked
vandalized
annihilated
decimated
dismantled
gutted
looted
overrun
shattered
torched
blasted
burned
gutted
hammered
mauled
pulverized
razed
shattered
smashed
torn
blasted
crushed
flattened
obliterated
shattered
smashed
trashed
vaporized
wrecked
Definitions
- To cause severe damage or destruction to something, especially in a violent or sudden way
- * To plunder or pillage a place, especially in a violent or destructive manner
Usage Examples
- The city was ravaged by the earthquake, leaving thousands of people homeless
- * The crops were ravaged by the drought, resulting in a severe food shortage
- * The company's reputation was ravaged by the scandal, leading to a significant loss of business
Antonyms
restored
repaired
rebuilt
renewed
rejuvenated
revitalized
preserved
protected
defended
safeguarded
secured
saved
rescued
recovered
healed
mended
fixed
maintained
preserved
conserved
spared
salvaged
redeemed
revived
revitalized
invigorated
strengthened
fortified
reinforced
enhanced
improved
perfected
polished
refined