ravage
//ˈræv.ɪdʒ//
Verb
ravageInfinitive
ravagePresent tense
ravagedPast tense
ravagedPast participle
ravagingPresent participle
ravagesThird-person singular
1
To cause severe and extensive damage or destruction to something.
The wildfire ravaged the forest, leaving nothing but ashes.
2
To devastate or lay waste to a place, especially through violent action.
The hurricane ravaged the coastal towns, leaving nothing but ruins.
Noun
ravageSingular
ravagesPlural
1
The destructive effects or consequences of something, especially over time.
The ravages of time had left the old castle in ruins.
2
Severe damage or destruction caused by a force or event.
The ravage of the earthquake left the city in ruins.