What is the meaning of wreaking havoc?

[silvermouse523]

wreak havoc (with something)

to cause a lot of trouble with something; to ruin or damage something. Your bad attitude will wreak havoc with my project.

[purplerabbit549]

Definition of wreak havoc. : to cause great damage A powerful tornado wreaked havoc on the small village. The virus wreaked havoc on my computer.

Likewise, is it wreak havoc? Wreak. Wreak is a verb that means “to inflict” or “to carry out.” Its most commonly used with havoc. However, it can also be used with other words, like rage, revenge, or destruction. Both of these words can be used with strong, negative emotions, such as anger.

Secondly, how do you use wreak havoc in a sentence?

havoc Sentence Examples

1. He remained content to leave such criminal havoc in the hands of the police.
2. It sort of wreaks havoc on the balance.
3. On the 16th of March 1889 the heavy tidal waves created havoc in the harbour of Apia.
4. Unrequited love could wreak havoc on a conscience.

What causes havoc?

confusion and lack of order, especially causing damage or trouble: The storm wreaked (= caused) havoc in the garden, uprooting trees and blowing a fence down. The delay played (= caused) havoc with their travel arrangements.