ruined
UK: ˈruːɪnd | US: ˈruːɪnd
adj. destroyed or severely damaged
adj. (of a person) in a state of despair or downfall
vt. past tense and past participle of "ruin" (to cause destruction or downfall)
The word "ruined" stems from the Old French "ruiner" (to collapse, destroy), which traces back to the Latin "ruina" (a collapse, downfall). The Latin root "ruina" is derived from "ruere" (to fall violently), reflecting the imagery of sudden destruction. The suffix "-ed" marks it as a past participle, indicating a completed action or state. Over time, "ruined" expanded from physical destruction (e.g., buildings) to metaphorical collapse (e.g., reputations or lives).
The castle stood ruined after centuries of neglect.
His reputation was ruined by the scandal.
She felt ruined after losing her life savings.
The storm ruined the crops just before harvest.
The ancient city lay ruined but still awe-inspiring.