GRE Word List

KILLJOY

one who spoils the pleasure of others

The meaning of the word killjoy is one who spoils the pleasure of others.

Random words

WordMeaning
rallyto muster for a common purpose
circumventto manage to get around especially by ingenuity or stratagem
heinoushatefully or shockingly evil : abominable
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
paranoiamental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
sleekslick
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin