Ruined

Pronunciation: /ˈruːənd/

Ruined (adjective)

  1. In very bad condition because of damage or destruction.
  2. Having lost all money or wealth.
  3. Feeling very sad or upset because of a bad event.

Examples

  • The old castle was completely ruined by the storm.
  • The flood left the entire village ruined.

Common collocations: ruined building, ruined landscape, ruined financially, financially ruined, emotionally ruined

Synonyms of Ruined

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Ruined

  • when describing something undamaged
  • when describing something maintained in good condition