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单词 spoilsport
释义

spoilsport

noun

spoil·​sport ˈspȯi(-ə)l-ˌspȯrt How to pronounce spoilsport (audio)
: one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others

Synonyms

  • drag
  • grinch
  • killjoy
  • party pooper
  • wet blanket
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Example Sentences

Oh, don't be a spoilsport. Let them try it. Dad's a spoilsport. He won't let us play football.
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Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

spoilsport

noun

as in killjoy
a person who spoils the pleasure of others if you don't want to play, at least don't be a spoilsport

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • killjoy
  • cynic
  • drag
  • bore
  • grinch
  • complainer
  • crab
  • wet blanket
  • party pooper
  • drip
  • pessimist
  • grump
  • defeatist
  • sourpuss
  • stick-in-the-mud
  • old maid
  • knocker
  • goody-goody
  • sorehead
  • fuddy-duddy
  • downer
  • whiner
  • grouch
  • Goody Two-shoes
  • Jeremiah

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • jester
  • reveller
  • celebrator
  • live wire
  • reveler
  • celebrant
  • playboy
  • cutup
  • carouser
  • merrymaker
  • rake
  • roisterer
  • libertine
  • rejoicer
  • playgirl
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