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
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
fiatan authoritative or arbitrary order : decree
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
inclementlacking mildness: such as
inundateoverwhelm
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
prefatoryof, relating to, or constituting a preface
hoarygray or white with or as if with age