ruin
noun
- 1
destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined
- 2
a ruined building
they explored several Roman ruins
- 3
failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
- 4
an event that results in destruction
- 5
the process of becoming dilapidated
- 6
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
you have brought ruin on this entire family
verb
- 1
fall into ruin
- 2
deprive of virginity
This dirty old man deflowered several young girls in the village
- 3
destroy completely; damage irreparably
You have ruined my car by pouring sugar in the tank!
The tears ruined her make-up
- 4
reduce to ruins
The country lay ruined after the war
- 5
reduce to bankruptcy
My daughter's fancy wedding is going to break me!
The slump in the financial markets smashed him
- 6
destroy or cause to fail
This behavior will ruin your chances of winning the election
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