ruined; spoiled; coming to nothing
Describes a state where something is completely ruined, spoiled, or rendered useless, often after effort or expectation. Used as a noun or adjectival noun.
complete loss of face
Specifically refers to a total loss of face, dignity, or reputation. Often used in social contexts where one's standing is destroyed.
The picnic was ruined by the rain.
The plan has come to nothing.
He suffered a complete loss of face after failing in public.
Standard kanji spelling.
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Compound of 形 (かた, 'shape, form') and 無し (なし, 'without'). Literally 'formless', it came to mean something that has lost its proper shape or state, hence 'ruined' or 'disgraced'.