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noun
One who dampens fun; especially, one who declines to participate in or enjoy a party or some other group activity; one who does not agree with the opinions of a group.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
someone who spoils the pleasure of others
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: spoilsport, killjoy, wet blanket
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: unwelcome person, persona non grata
Narrower terms: worrier, fuss-budget, fusspot, worrywart
History
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