Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ruinous
adjective
/ˈruː.ɪ.nəs/
Definition
Causing or likely to cause immense damage or destruction.
Examples
- The ruinous effects of the storm were evident in the destroyed buildings.
- His ruinous spending habits led him into significant debt.
- Chasing after personal ambitions at the expense of others can have a ruinous impact on relationships.
Meaning
The term ‘ruinous’ refers to something that can lead to destruction, loss, or severe consequences, often in a financial or physical context.
Synonyms
- destructive
- devastating
- disastrous
- detrimental
- catastrophic
