ruin
//ˈruːɪn//
Noun
ruinSingular
ruinsPlural
1
The physical destruction or collapse of a building or structure.
The earthquake caused the ruin of many old buildings.
2
The remains of a building or structure that has been destroyed or decayed.
We explored the ancient ruins of the castle.
3
A state of complete destruction, collapse, or disintegration.
The old castle fell into ruin after years of neglect.
4
The cause of someone's downfall or loss of wealth, position, or hope.
Gambling was his ruin.
Synonym
Verb
ruinedPast tense
ruinedPast participle
ruiningPresent participle
ruinsThird-person singular
1
To destroy or severely damage something.
The storm ruined the crops.
2
To cause someone to lose their wealth, position, or prospects.
The scandal ruined his political career.
3
To spoil or make something useless or worthless.
The rain ruined our picnic.