spoilsports

[US]/[ˈspɔɪlzˌspɔːrt]/
[UK]/[ˈspoɪlzˌspɔːrt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who deliberately ruins the enjoyment of others.; Someone who prevents others from having fun.
v.To ruin the enjoyment of others.; To prevent someone from having fun.
adj.Having a tendency to ruin the enjoyment of others.

Phrases & Collocations

such spoilsports

spoilsports always

being spoilsports

don't be spoilsports

spoilsport behavior

those spoilsports

spoilsport attitude

avoid spoilsports

typical spoilsports

spoilsports ruin

Example Sentences

don't be a spoilsport and ruin the fun for everyone!

we didn't want any spoilsports bringing the mood down.

the kids were disappointed by the adults' spoilsport behavior.

he's a notorious spoilsport, always finding something to complain about.

let's try to avoid being spoilsports and enjoy the party.

their constant negativity made them total spoilsports at the picnic.

we wanted a carefree vacation, not a bunch of spoilsports.

please don't be a spoilsport and tell them about the surprise.

the spoilsports complained about the food and the music.

we tried to ignore the spoilsports and have a good time.

don't be such a spoilsport; it's just a game!

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