Vocabulary
Devastating
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
highly destructive or damaging
Urdu meaning
تباہ کن، شدید المناک،حوصلہ شکن
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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Pakistan`s deft diplomacy has been appreciated across the spectrum, with the UN, the US, Iran and other foreign powers all hailing its sincere efforts to end this devastating conflict.
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Hectic diplomacy
— 2026-04-17
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If Iran is assured of this, the devastating war can hopefully be wound down.
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Trump`s threats
— 2026-04-07
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The country oscillates between extremes: devastating floods in one season, prolonged dry spells in another.
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Drought plan
— 2026-04-01
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Each air strike sends another wave of families onto the roads.The devastating Israeli bombardment of Gaza appears to have taught the world few lessons and has failed to stir the collective conscience of global leaders.
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Looking for safety
— 2026-03-16
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It has had a devastating effect on the region and beyond.
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A war of attrition
— 2026-03-11
Synonyms
destructive, ruinous, disastrous, catastrophic, calamitous, cataclysmic;
Antonyms
blessed, fortunate
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