What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ravager
Example
The ravager storm left the town in ruins. [ravager: noun]
Example
The invading army acted as a ravager, destroying everything in their path. [ravager: adjective]
destroyer
Example
The fire was a destroyer, leaving nothing but ashes in its wake. [destroyer: noun]
Example
The destroyer ship was equipped with advanced weaponry. [destroyer: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Destroyer is more commonly used than ravager in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ravager and destroyer?
Both ravager and destroyer are formal words that are typically used in serious or dramatic contexts, such as news reports or historical accounts of war and disaster.
