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Ruined Definition & Meaning

ruined
adjective
  1. destroyed physically or morally
  2. doomed to extinction
  3. brought to ruin; "after the revolution the aristocracy was finished"; "the unsuccessful run for office left him ruined politically and economically"

"Ruined" in song lyrics

See how ruined is used in real songs:

  • "Get your organs ruined"
    Beanie Sigel f/ Oschino & Sparks — Tales of a Hustler pt. 2
  • "The ones that said that if I left the group, then I'd be ruined"
    Big Mike — Southern Dialect
  • "Hey young world your whole life's ruined"
    Big Tymers f/ Lac — Lil Mamma

Usage tips for "ruined"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ruined" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ruined to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ruined mean?
destroyed physically or morally doomed to extinction brought to ruin; "after the revolution the aristocracy was finished"; "the unsuccessful run for office left him ruined politically and economically"
What part of speech is ruined?
Ruined is an adjective.
How many definitions does ruined have?
Ruined has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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