ruinous (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈruːɪnəs/

Definition

Causing great damage, destruction, or suffering.

Examples

• The company faced ruinous competition from cheaper imports.

• A ruinous flood swept through the valley, destroying homes and businesses.

• His gambling addiction led to ruinous debts.

How to Use ruinous

ruinous to (prepositional phrase)

Causing damage or harm to something or someone. — "Excessive spending can be ruinous to one's financial future."

Synonyms of ruinous

Words with a similar meaning to ruinous:

• damaging
• destructive
• devastating
• catastrophic

Antonyms of ruinous

Words with the opposite meaning to ruinous:

• beneficial
• constructive
• restorative

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