막대한 피해나 혼란 등을 초래하거나 입히다.
To cause or inflict a large amount of damage, harm, or chaos, often in a sudden or violent way.
예문:
"The sudden flash flood wreaked havoc on the small mountain village."
"New tax regulations could wreak significant damage on small businesses."
"Cyberattacks have the potential to wreak chaos on national infrastructure."
분노나 복수, 벌 등을 누군가에게 가하거나 퍼붓다.
To inflict or vent one's anger, vengeance, or punishment on a person or group.
예문:
"The antagonist vowed to wreak his vengeance on the hero's family."
"The angry crowd sought to wreak their fury on the corrupt officials."
정력이나 노력 등을 특정 일이나 개혁에 쏟거나 소비하다.
To devote or spend one's energy, effort, or resources on a particular task or reform.
예문:
"The scholar wreaked all his mental energy on solving the ancient riddle."
"She wreaked her best efforts on the social reforms of the era."