Meaning of the word spoil in English

What does spoil mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spoil

US /spɔɪl/

UK /spɔɪl/

to damage or ruin something

Example:

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The rain spoiled our picnic plans.

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Don't let one bad experience spoil your whole day.

Synonym:

ruin destroy damage wreck mar

to treat someone very well by giving them whatever they want

Example:

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Her grandparents always spoil her with gifts.

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Don't spoil the child too much, or they'll become demanding.

Synonym:

pamper indulge coddle mollycoddle

to become bad or unfit for use, especially food

Example:

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The milk will spoil if you leave it out of the fridge.

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These fruits will spoil quickly in the heat.

Synonym:

decay rot decompose go bad turn

money or goods taken by force or stolen

Example:

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The pirates divided their spoils after the raid.

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The conquerors carried away the spoils of war.

Synonym:

booty loot pillage prey plunder

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