"Spoilsport" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Spoilsport" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Spoilsport" Meaning
A person who spoils or ruins the fun or enjoyment of others. They may reject or discourage social activities, interrupt or disrupt others' entertainment, or express disapproval of something that others enjoy.
"Spoilsport" Examples
1. He's such a spoilsport for calling off the game at the last minute. It was only supposed to rain, and not flood.
2. My sister can be a spoilsport when it comes to trying new foods, she’s very picky.
3. Being a spoilsport, he decided to sleep in instead of coming to the party with us.
4. She ruined the surprise party by being a spoilsport and revealing the surprise to the birthday boy before it was supposed to happen.
5. The spoilsport in the office always creates tension by complaining about everything people do.
"Spoilsport" Similar Words
Spoil
Spoilage
Spoilation
Spoilation refers to the act or process of damaging, spoiling, or ruining something, often unintentionally or carelessly. It can also refer to the destruction or degradation of something, whether it be a physical object, a value, or a quality.<br><br>Examples:<br><br> The spoilation of the food spoiled after being left in the fridge for too long.<br> The spoilation of the painting was caused by the careless handling of the artist.<br> The spoilation of the environment was caused by the reckless dumping of waste.<br><br>Synonyms: spoilage, damage, destruction, decay, corruption.<br><br>Antonyms: preservation, protection, restoration.
Spoiled
Spoiled typically describes something or someone that has been treated so carefully and indulgently that it is no longer possible to enjoy or appreciate it in an ordinary way. <br><br>Example: The movie was ruined because you spoiled the ending for me.
Spoiler
Spoilers
Spoilers refer to information or details that reveal the plot, ending, or surprising elements of a story, particularly in movies, TV shows, books, or video games. These spoilers can diminish the surprise and enjoyment for someone who has not yet experienced the story.
Spoiling
Spoils
The word "spoils" can have two main meanings:<br><br>1. Damaged or destroyed goods, especially as a result of being vandalized: "The antique shop was looted, and many of the artifacts were left in a state of serious spoil."<br>2. Rewards or benefits obtained in victory or success: "The spoils of war were distributed among the victorious army."<br><br>In a broader sense, spoils can also refer to anything that is kept or obtained as a result of a competition or a contest, such as a game or a tournament.<br><br>It can also be used to describe the rotten or perishable parts of food that have gone bad.<br><br>For example:<br><br>- The tourists were enraged because their plane was delayed, so they destroyed (the spoils) their luggage.<br>- After the storm, the villagers inspected the spoils of the intruders.<br>- After buying a new fridge, he began sorting through the contents of his old average BEFORE donating the still abroad.<br>The phrase "after the storm" means spoilt can also mean something that is no longer wanted or used.<br>- Committing a spoils child by attaching parental date (examples souplayed for greatly mobile varieties during unusual food times).
Spoilsports
Spoilt
Spokane
Spoke
verb<br><br>1. Past simple of "speak" - said or communicated something.<br>2. Used the vocal cords to produce speech sounds.<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- "I spoke to her on the phone."<br>- "The bird spoke a few words."
Spokes
A person or thing that represents an organization, business, or movement, especially to promote and explain it to the public.<br><br>Example: "The company's CEO serves as its chief spokesperson."
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