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ruinous

/ruːˈnaɪʊs/ adjective · British & US
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What does ruinous mean?

adjective

Causing or leading to financial or other ruin; causing severe damage or destruction. Causing severe financial loss or damage.

Example

"The company's ruinous financial decisions led to its bankruptcy."

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