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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|---|---|
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
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| halting | marked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness |
| jaded | fatigued by overwork : exhausted |
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| unfrock | defrock |
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| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| juncture | a point of time |