killjoy
Translation
killjoy, spoilsport, wet blanket
Examples
Don't be such a killjoy and come to the party.
Don't be such a killjoy and come to the party.
Her negative comments made her the killjoy of the evening.
Her negative comments made her the killjoy of the evening.
Grammar Patterns
a/the killjoy a person who spoils the fun for others Don't be such a killjoy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spoilsport, wet blanket
Etymology
A compound word from 'kill' and 'joy'. Literally, someone who 'kills joy'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone who literally 'kills' the 'joy' or fun at an event.