kill-joy (Meaning)

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kill-joy (n.)

One who causes gloom or grief; a dispiriting person.

Don't be such a kill-joy; let's enjoy the party instead of complaining.
Sarah's constant negativity made her the ultimate kill-joy in our group outings.
Every time we suggest something fun, Tom always plays the role of the kill-joy, offering reasons why we shouldn't do it.
It's hard to have a good time when there's a kill-joy like him around, always pointing out the downsides of everything.
Jenny's strict rules turned her into a kill-joy at the office, stifling any attempts at creativity or fun.
Just when the mood was getting lively, John showed up and acted like a total kill-joy, ruining the atmosphere.
Being labeled a kill-joy isn't fun, but sometimes it's necessary to keep things in check.
I tried to share my excitement about the upcoming trip, but my friend's pessimism quickly turned her into a kill-joy.
At the family gathering, Uncle Joe was the designated kill-joy, lecturing everyone about being responsible instead of enjoying the moment.
We were having a blast playing games until Tim showed up and became a kill-joy, insisting that we stop and do something more productive.

One who causes gloom or grief; a dispiriting person.

bore, crab, grinch, drag, complainer,spoilsport, cynic, defeatist, drip,party pooper

live wire, celebrant, reveller, cutup, live wire, jester, cutup, reveller, celebrant,jester

Don't be such a kill-joy; let's enjoy the party instead of complaining.

Sarah's constant negativity made her the ultimate kill-joy in our group outings.

Every time we suggest something fun, Tom always plays the role of the kill-joy, offering reasons why we shouldn't do it.

It's hard to have a good time when there's a kill-joy like him around, always pointing out the downsides of everything.