Barren

The once-lush forest had become barren due to deforestation.

The desert was barren and had no signs of greenery.

The country's economy was barren, with high unemployment and little growth.

The chemicals used in the factory have made the surrounding area barren of all life.

The polluted river was barren of any aquatic life.

The strict regulations acted as a barren for new businesses trying to enter the market.

The toxic waste dumped into the river made it barren and lifeless.

The radiation from the nuclear explosion made the area a barren zone.