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devastating
ˈdɛvəsteɪtɪŋ
adjective
niszczycielski
Also
wstrząsający
Definition
Highly destructive or damaging; causing severe shock or grief.
Examples
The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.
Trzęsienie ziemi miało niszczycielski wpływ na miasto.
The news of her death was absolutely devastating.
Wiadomość o jej śmierci była absolutnie wstrząsająca.
Synonyms
Collocations
devastating effectdevastating blowdevastating news
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