Spoilsport
noun
A person who ruins the fun or enjoyment for others.
Don’t be such a spoilsport; everyone is having a great time!
Usage tips
Neutral
party spoilsport, social spoilsport, joy spoilsport
noun
A person who ruins the fun or enjoyment for others.
Don’t be such a spoilsport; everyone is having a great time!
Usage tips
Neutral
party spoilsport, social spoilsport, joy spoilsport
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Consider the setting before labeling someone a spoilsport.
In a lively gathering, the label can be used lightly, but in a competitive context, it might carry more weight.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand local views on competitiveness.
In cultures where competition is valued, being called a spoilsport can be more serious.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Humor
Use humor to lighten the term.
Sometimes calling someone a spoilsport can be funny if said playfully.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Consider the setting before labeling someone a spoilsport.
In a lively gathering, the label can be used lightly, but in a competitive context, it might carry more weight.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand local views on competitiveness.
In cultures where competition is valued, being called a spoilsport can be more serious.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Humor
Use humor to lighten the term.
Sometimes calling someone a spoilsport can be funny if said playfully.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Consider the setting before labeling someone a spoilsport.
In a lively gathering, the label can be used lightly, but in a competitive context, it might carry more weight.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand local views on competitiveness.
In cultures where competition is valued, being called a spoilsport can be more serious.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Humor
Use humor to lighten the term.
Sometimes calling someone a spoilsport can be funny if said playfully.
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