RUIN
/ˈɹuː.ɪn/
4-letter word · 4 Scrabble points · 6 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of RUIN
noun
- (sometimes in the plural) The remains of a destroyed or dilapidated construction, such as a house or castle.
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The state of being a ruin, destroyed or decayed.
"The monastery has fallen into ruin."
verb
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To cause the fiscal ruin of.
"With all these purchases, you surely mean to ruin us!"
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To destroy or make something no longer usable.
"He ruined his new white slacks by accidentally spilling oil on them."
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About the word RUIN
Is "RUIN" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "RUIN" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 4 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "RUIN" worth?
In Scrabble, "RUIN" is worth 4 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 6 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 12.
What does "RUIN" mean?
(sometimes in the plural) The remains of a destroyed or dilapidated construction, such as a house or castle.
Does "RUIN" have any anagrams?
No, "RUIN" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.