ruin
/ˈruːɪn/
noun
- The physical remains of a building or structure that has been destroyed or decayed.
- We explored the ancient ruins of a Roman temple.
- Tourists walked through the ruins of the old city, imagining what life was like there.
- The castle is now a ruin, with only the stone walls still standing.
- The state of being destroyed, collapsed, or severely damaged.
- The fire reduced the house to a blackened ruin.
- The earthquake left the town in ruin.
- Years of neglect brought the beautiful garden to ruin.
- The complete loss of money, success, or good condition.
- The scandal brought the politician's career to ruin.
- She faced ruin after her business failed.
- His gambling addiction led to financial ruin.
verb
- To damage something so badly that it no longer exists or works properly.
- He accidentally ruined his favorite shirt by spilling coffee on it.
- The heavy rain ruined our picnic.
- The flood ruined the crops for the season.
- To cause someone to lose all their money, success, or happiness.
- Her addiction ruined her relationships with her family.
- The lawsuit ruined the company financially.
- A single mistake ruined his chances of winning the championship.