desolation
1 of 1noun/ˌdɛ.sə.ˈleɪ.ʃən/
Forms:desolations
1
a state of complete emptiness, loneliness, or devastation
- Standing amidst the ruins, the explorer felt a profound sense of desolation, imagining the vibrant city that once existed.
- In the wake of the natural disaster, the affected community faced a profound sense of desolation as they rebuilt their lives.
- The loss of a loved one left a deep sense of desolation in her heart, a void that seemed impossible to fill.
- As the pandemic persisted, empty streets and closed businesses contributed to the desolation felt by individuals navigating a changed world.
- The war veteran returned to the battlefield, overwhelmed by the desolation that contrasted sharply with memories of camaraderie.
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the state of being decayed or destroyed
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an event that results in total destruction
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