depredated Definition
- 1to plunder or pillage (a place), especially in a predatory manner
- 2to prey upon; to exploit for selfish purposes
Using depredated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "depredated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The village was depredated by the invading army.
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The company depredated the natural resources of the region.
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The wildlife sanctuary was depredated by poachers.
depredated Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: depredated in Brief
The verb 'depredated' [ˈdɛprɪdeɪtɪd] means to plunder, pillage, or exploit a place or resource in a predatory manner. It is often used to describe the actions of invading armies, companies, or poachers. Synonyms include 'plundered,' 'pillaged,' and 'looted.'
