Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a wet blanket
noun
/ə wɛt ˈblæŋkɪt/
Definition
A person who dampens enthusiasm or excitement.
Examples
- Whenever we talk about going out for a fun night, Sarah is such a wet blanket, always coming up with reasons why we shouldn’t.
- He complained about the plans, acting like a wet blanket and spoiling the excitement for everyone else.
Meaning
This idiom describes someone who tends to discourage others or ruin a good mood, often through pessimism or negativity.
Synonyms
- killjoy
- party pooper
- spoil sport
- wet rag
