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.

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WordMeaning
institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
maudlindrunk enough to be emotionally silly
impregnateto cause to be filled, imbued, permeated, or saturated
accelerateto move faster : to gain speed
swipea strong sweeping blow
demoniacpossessed or influenced by a demon
panegyrica eulogistic oration or writing