Devastation (noun)

1. The state of being completely destroyed or ruined.
2. An event or circumstance that causes such destruction or ruin.
3. Great destruction or damage.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, or from latin devastatio(n-), from the verb devastare (see devastate).

Examples:

1. The hurricane left a trail of devastation in its wake.
2. The bombing resulted in widespread devastation.
3. The fire caused total devastation to the building.
4. The war brought devastation to the country.
5. The flooding brought devastation to the community.