ruinous

/ˈruːɪnəs/
adjective
  1. Causing great damage, destruction, or loss.
    • The storm had a ruinous effect on the coastal towns.
    • The war was ruinous for the entire region.
    • They made a ruinous decision that cost them their home.
  2. Very expensive or costing too much money.
    • They took out a ruinous loan with very high interest.
    • The hospital bills were ruinous for the family.
    • The cost of the wedding was ruinous.
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