Meaning of the word devastated in English

What does devastated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

devastated

US /ˈdev.ə.steɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈdev.ə.steɪ.tɪd/

Adjective

1.

completely destroyed or ruined

Example:
The town was left devastated after the earthquake.
Their crops were completely devastated by the flood.
2.

feeling overwhelmed with shock or grief

Example:
She was utterly devastated by the news of his death.
I was devastated when I lost my job.