Decimation(noun)
The act of destroying or killing a large part of something; severe reduction.
Hindi meaning:भारी विनाश; बड़े पैमाने पर हानि
Synonyms: Devastation, Destruction, Ravage, Massacre
Antonyms: Preservation, Protection, Restoration, Saving
Example: The disease caused widespread decimation of the livestock in the region.
Trick to remember: Deci = 10; originally decimation meant punishing by killing 1 out of 10, now it means massive destruction or huge reduction.
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