Ruin
Yes, ruin is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 4 points in Scrabble.
What does ruin mean?
noun
- an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
you have brought ruin on this entire family
- a ruined building
they explored several Roman ruins
- the process of becoming dilapidated
verb
- destroy completely; damage irreparably
You have ruined my car by pouring sugar in the tank!
- destroy or cause to fail
This behavior will ruin your chances of winning the election
- reduce to bankruptcy
My daughter's fancy wedding is going to break me!
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for ruin
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 4 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of ruin
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RUIN.
Words you can make from ruin
Frequently asked questions
Is ruin a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Ruin is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is ruin worth in Scrabble?
Ruin is worth 4 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does ruin mean?
Ruin means: an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction.