adj
spoilt
spoylt
adj
1
Ruined or damaged in a way that reduces its value or quality.
"The picnic was spoilt by the sudden downpour."
"Her surprise was spoilt when he mentioned it too early."
2
Of food, gone bad and no longer safe or pleasant to eat.
"The milk had gone spoilt after being left out overnight."
3
Used to overindulgence and behaving in a demanding, selfish way as a result of being given too much.
"He's a spoilt kid who expects a new gadget every birthday."
How to Use Spoilt
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRuined, gone off, or (of a person) used to getting everything they want.
UK vs US
British English prefers "spoilt"; American English almost always uses "spoiled" instead.
Common pairings
spoilt child
spoilt for choice
spoilt milk
Word Forms
more spoilt comparative, most spoilt superlative
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