Synonyms for killjoy

Grammar : Noun

Spell : kil-joi

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɪlˌdʒɔɪ

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Définition of killjoy

Origin : also kill-joy, 1776, from kill (v.) + joy. Formerly used with other stems (cf. kill-courtesy "boorish person," kill-cow "bully, big man," etc.).

noun spoilsport

Example sentences :

Some of you do not like to be reminded of it, and think it a killjoy.
Extract from : « Expositions of Holy Scripture » by Alexander Maclaren

Allan, I don't want to be a killjoy, but you asked for my advice.
Extract from : « The Black Fawn » by James Arthur Kjelgaard

I did not wish to be a killjoy and a marplot, or I would have forbidden Fred to touch a foot-ball after he entered college.
Extract from : « The Opinions of a Philosopher » by Robert Grant

I dont want to be shown up as a fraid cat and a killjoy, cried Jessie.
Extract from : « The Campfire Girls on Station Island » by Margaret Penrose

However, I did my utmost to bear a cheerful and contented mien, for killjoy is but a poor friend.
Extract from : « The Admirable Lady Biddy Fane » by Frank Barrett

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