Definition

Able to be destroyed or damaged beyond repair.

Example

The old building was considered ruinable due to its poor condition.

Conversation

I think that old bridge is ruinable after all these years.

Yeah, it looks pretty worn down and unsafe.

We should probably avoid crossing it just to be safe.

Good idea! Safety first, especially with something that’s ruinable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ruinable → It is formed from "ruin" (from Latin *ruina*, meaning a fall or collapse) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "ruinable" means capable of being ruined or subject to collapse.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can 'fall' or 'collapse' ('ruina') and is 'capable of' ('-able') being ruined.

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