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RUINATION

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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Ruination.

Ruination - as a noun

An irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction

Example: "You have brought ruin on this entire family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruin4

An event that results in destruction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruin4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
demolition13destruction14wipeout12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Failure that results in a loss of position or reputation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
downfall15ruin4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
failure10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
laying wasteruin4ruining8wrecking18

Example Sentences

"The ruination of the building was caused by a massive fire."
"His addiction to drugs led to the ruination of his career."
"The economic crisis resulted in the ruination of many small businesses."
"The ruination of the environment is a consequence of excessive pollution."
"The ruination of their friendship occurred after a major disagreement."
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Word Game Points

Is RUINATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ruination is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RUINATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is RUINATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ruination is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RUINATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is RUINATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ruination is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RUINATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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