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Meaning of ruinous
The primary meaning of the word "ruinous" is causing or likely to cause something to be completely destroyed or damaged.
Etymology of ruinous
The word "ruinous" has its roots in the Latin word "ruina," meaning a falling or collapse, and the suffix "-ous," which forms an adjective indicating a relationship or condition.
Historically, the word "ruinous" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that causes or is likely to cause destruction or damage.
Synonyms
disastrous
calamitous
catastrophic
destructive
devastating
harmful
damaging
detrimental
deleterious
pernicious
baneful
baleful
noxious
toxic
poisonous
lethal
fatal
fateful
ill-fated
unfortunate
unlucky
inauspicious
unpropitious
adverse
unfavorable
ruinous
cataclysmic
apocalyptic
annihilative
extirpative
erosive
corrosive
decadent
decayed
putrid
rotten
Definitions
- Causing or likely to cause something to be completely destroyed or damaged
- * (of a cost or expense) so high that it threatens to destroy or damage something, especially a person's or organization's financial situation
Usage Examples
- The company's ruinous debt forced it to file for bankruptcy
- * The ruinous cost of the war effort led to widespread poverty and famine
- * The pollution had a ruinous effect on the local ecosystem
Antonyms
beneficial
advantageous
helpful
useful
profitable
productive
constructive
positive
favorable
fortunate
lucky
auspicious
propitious
benign
salutary
wholesome
healthful
restorative
rejuvenating
revitalizing
redeeming