O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ruin

/ruːɪn/ noun, verb · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does ruin mean?

noun, verb

A ruin is the remains of a building or structure that has been damaged or destroyed, often by natural forces or human action. To ruin something means to cause it to become damaged or destroyed.

Example

"The once-grand mansion had been left to ruin for decades."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for ruin

Antonyms of ruin

Rhymes with ruin

Etymologically related