Synonyms for Ruined

Definition of 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"

12 synonyms found

Writing tips for "ruined"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like blasted, desolate, desolated can replace "ruined" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 12 alternatives available, "ruined" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"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

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