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spoilsport Synonyms

Another word for spoilsport

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• noun (Context 1)

A person who behaves in a way that ruins the pleasure or fun of others, especially by refusing to join in or by complaining.

Usage Example

"Don't be such a killjoy—come out on the dance floor and celebrate with the rest of us."

Strongest
killjoy
party pooper
wet blanket
Strong
buzzkill
sourpuss
stick-in-the-mud
grinch

Opposites of spoilsport

The opposite of spoilsport shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

good sport
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• Nearby Words

spoiler
spoilery
spoils
spoilsport
spokane
spoke
spoked

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Spoilsport. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/spoilsport
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