Definition

The quality or state of causing destruction or damage; the condition of being harmful or disastrous.

Example

The ruinousness of the storm left many homes destroyed.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how some decisions can lead to ruinousness?

Yeah, I guess some choices really can have bad consequences.

Exactly! It's like when people ignore the risks involved.

Totally, that kind of recklessness can really ruin things for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ruinousness → It is formed from "ruin" (from Latin *ruina*, meaning a fall or collapse) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "ruinousness" refers to the state of being full of ruin or destruction.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ruin' as a fall or collapse, and remember that 'ruinousness' means the state of being full of ruin.

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