Killjoy In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "killjoy", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-11-13 10:11

Meaning of Killjoy

Synonyms:

wet blanket , party pooper , spoilsport

Killjoy noun

A person who stops other people from enjoying themselves or having fun. 

I don't want to be a killjoy, but we will have an exam tomorrow morning.

Mary is called a killjoy just because she often refuses to drink alcohol in a party

Grammar and Usage of Killjoy

The plural form of "killjoy" is "killjoys".

Origin of Killjoy

The noun dates from 1776.

The Origin Cited: etymonline.com .
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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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