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
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
smotherto kill by depriving of air
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
proselytizeto induce someone to convert to one's faith
dawdleto spend time idly
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
submergeto put under water
notcha V-shaped indentation