wreak
UK/ri:k/US
GREC2
Definitions
v.
To cause or inflict something harmful or destructive, as in 'wreak havoc'.
造成（破坏），发泄（怒火），施加（报复）
Root Breakdown
Native Englishwreakother
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Common Collocations
- 1.wreak havoc造成破坏
- 2.wreak destruction造成毁灭
- 3.wreak vengeance进行复仇
Example Sentences
- 1.
The storm wreaked havoc on coastal communities, destroying homes and infrastructure.
- 2.
He wreaked vengeance on those who had betrayed him years ago.