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Term: Devastated

Definition:

Adjective: Completely destroyed or overwhelmed, usually emotionally.

Verb - past participle: Caused extreme damage or destruction to.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adjective - Emotionally Overwhelmed: In a state of extreme grief, sadness, or despair.

Example sentence: After her beloved dog passed away, Mary was devastated and couldn't stop crying.

Sense 2:

Verb - Past Participle - Extreme Damage: Caused severe damage or destruction to something or someone.

Example sentence: The hurricane devastated the coastal town, leaving only debris behind.