noun

spoilsport

SPOYL-spawt

Spoilsport (noun) means someone who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun. Example: “Don't be a spoilsport — come dancing with us!”

noun

Someone who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun.

"Don't be a spoilsport — come dancing with us!"

How to use spoilsport

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who kills the fun for everyone else.

When to use it

Informal, mildly disapproving.

more spoilsport comparative, spoilsports plural, most spoilsport superlative

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Don't be a _____ — come dancing with us!

From the phrase "spoil sport," meaning to ruin the amusement.

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What does “spoilsport” mean?

The word “spoilsport” means someone who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun. In plain terms, someone who kills the fun for everyone else.

How do you pronounce “spoilsport”?

“Spoilsport” is pronounced SPOYL-spawt (/ˈspɔɪl.spɔɹt/ in IPA).

How do you use “spoilsport” in a sentence?

Here is “spoilsport” used in a sentence: “Don't be a spoilsport — come dancing with us!”

What is the opposite of “spoilsport”?

The opposite of “spoilsport” — its antonyms — are life and soul of the party, life of the party, live wire and party animal.

What part of speech is “spoilsport”?

“Spoilsport” is a noun.

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