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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