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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knavea tricky deceitful fellow
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
promptto move to action : incite
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catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
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