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Definition of buzzkill

buzzkill

/ˈbʌzˌkɪl/
buzz · kill
Plural:buzzkills
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buzzkill Lexical Profile

buzzkill Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A person or thing that has a depressing or dispiriting effect and spoils an otherwise enjoyable experience or mood.

Example

"The sudden downpour was a total buzzkill for everyone at the outdoor concert."

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• Nearby Words

buzzed
buzzer
buzzing
buzzkill
buzzkiller
buzzsaw
buzzword

Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in late 20th-century American slang as a compound of 'buzz' (a pleasant feeling of excitement or mild intoxication) and 'kill', patterned after earlier terms like 'killjoy'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Buzzkill. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/buzzkill
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