Destroyed (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Spoiled or ruined or demolished; "war left many cities destroyed"; "Alzheimer's is responsible for her destroyed mind".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The once-thriving city was left destroyed after the devastating earthquake.
• Her destroyed reputation made it impossible for her to find a new job.
• The hurricane left a trail of destroyed homes and businesses in its wake.
• The destroyed relationship between the two friends was irreparable.
• Years of addiction had left his destroyed body weak and frail.

Antonyms

• Preserved

Meaning ²

Destroyed physically or morally.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The once beautiful city was completely destroyed by the war and now lies in ruins.
• The politician's reputation was destroyed by the scandal and she was forced to resign.
• The earthquake destroyed the town, leaving many people homeless and without access to basic necessities.
• The child's trust was destroyed when she discovered that her parents had been lying to her.
• The natural disaster destroyed the ecosystem of the forest, causing many species to become extinct.

Synonyms

• Ruined