ruination
Pronunciation: /ˌɹuː.ɪˈneɪʃən/
The English word “ruination” has 4 meanings listed here.
noun
- The state of being ruined, a state of devastation or destruction.
- The act of ruining or wrecking.
- The cause of being ruined, destroyed or lost.
- A loss of reputation.
Etymology
From ruin + -ation.
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