ruination meaning and definition

RUINATION noun

Definition of ruination (noun)

1. an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
   • "you have brought ruin on this entire family"
   • synonyms: ruin
2. an event that results in destruction
   • synonyms: ruin
3. failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
   • synonyms: downfall, ruin
4. destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined
   • synonyms: laying waste, ruin, ruining, wrecking