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.

Random words

WordMeaning
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
verbiagea profusion of words usually of little or obscure content
concorda state of agreement : harmony
darta light spear
cadeta younger brother or son
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
proselytizeto induce someone to convert to one's faith