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Spoilsport

Part of speech: noun

Sense 1: A person who ruins the enjoyment or fun of others; a killjoy.

Usage: The spoilsport at the party constantly complained and killed the joyful atmosphere.

Example sentence: Don't be such a spoilsport and join us in the game!

Part of speech: adjective

Sense 1: Characterized by obstructing enjoyment or fun.

Usage: His spoilsport attitude ruined the entire picnic for everyone.

Example sentence: Her spoilsport behavior prevented us from enjoying the concert.

Part of speech: noun

Sense 2: A person who disrupts a successful outcome or victory, especially in a competition or game.

Usage: The talented football player was considered a spoilsport by the opposing team.

Example sentence: The opposing team's spoilsport intercepted the ball and prevented our goal.