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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gentle | free from harshness, sternness, or violence |
| muster | a representative specimen (see specimen |
| coin | corner |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| advert | to turn the mind or attention |
| hive | a container for housing honeybees |
| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |
| sanguinary | bloodthirsty |