GRE Word List

SPOILSPORT

one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others

The meaning of the word spoilsport is one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others.

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WordMeaning
quoruma select group
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
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fallaciousembodying a fallacy
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
stiltedpompous
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depreciateto lower in honor or esteem