Ruin ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Ruin ( noun )

1. The state of being ruined, especially in financial terms; the fact of having lost all wealth and become impoverished.
2. The physical destruction or collapse of a building or structure, especially one of historical or architectural significance.
3. The end of a person's prosperity, success, or reputation; downfall.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french ruine, from latin ruina, from ruere "to fall".

Examples:

1. The recession has brought ruin to many businesses.
2. The ancient ruins of the city were a popular tourist attraction.
3. His drinking brought ruin to his career and family.
4. The fire reduced the building to a ruin.
5. The storm caused ruin to the coastal town.

(As a verb)

Ruin ( verb )

1. The state of being ruined, especially in financial terms; the fact of having lost all wealth and become impoverished.
2. The physical destruction or collapse of a building or structure, especially one of historical or architectural significance.
3. The end of a person's prosperity, success, or reputation; downfall.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french ruine, from latin ruina, from ruere "to fall".

Examples:

1. The recession has brought ruin to many businesses.
2. The ancient ruins of the city were a popular tourist attraction.
3. His drinking brought ruin to his career and family.
4. The fire reduced the building to a ruin.
5. The storm caused ruin to the coastal town.