ruin
ruin
ruən
rooēn
British pronunciation
/ɹˈuːɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "ruin"in English

to ruin
01

to cause severe damage or harm to something, usually in a way that is beyond repair

Transitive: to ruin sth
to ruin definition and meaning
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The flood had the power to ruin the foundation of the house.
The economic downturn threatened to ruin many businesses.
02

to fall into a state of destruction or severe decline

Intransitive
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The old mansion has slowly begun to ruin over the years, with parts of the roof collapsing.
After the flood, the town was left to ruin, with many buildings left abandoned.
03

to take away a woman’s chastity, often leading to a loss of honor or social reputation in traditional contexts

Transitive: to ruin a woman
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In the old tales, the knight vowed to protect her from those who sought to ruin her.
His deceitful charm ruined her, leaving her reputation in shambles.
04

to cause someone or something to become impoverished

Transitive: to ruin sb
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The economic crisis ruined many families, leaving them struggling to survive.
His gambling addiction gradually ruined him, wiping out his savings.
05

to cause something to become less favorable, often by damaging or destroying its quality or value

Transitive: to ruin sth
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Poor management decisions can ruin a company's reputation.
The constant delays and miscommunications began to ruin the project.
Ruin
01

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

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ruin definition and meaning
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They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip.
The ancient ruins attracted many tourists each year.
02

an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction

03

destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined

04

moisten or soil

05

an event that results in destruction

06

failure that results in a loss of position or reputation

07

the process of becoming dilapidated

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