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undo vs ruin

ruin vs undo

undo is not a noun while ruin is a noun.

undo and ruin both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
undo No No Yes No
ruin Yes No Yes No
As verbs, ruin is a hypernym of undo; that is, ruin is a word with a broader meaning than undo:
  • undo: cause the ruin or downfall of
  • ruin: destroy or cause to fail
undo (noun) ruin (noun)
destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined
a ruined building
an event that results in destruction
failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
the process of becoming dilapidated
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
undo (verb) ruin (verb)
cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect fall into ruin
cause to become loose destroy completely; damage irreparably
remove the outer cover or wrapping of reduce to ruins
deprive of certain characteristics deprive of virginity
cause the ruin or downfall of reduce to bankruptcy
destroy or cause to fail
Difference between undo and ruin

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