Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
party-pooper
Noun
/ˈpɑːrti ˈpuːpər/
Definition
A person who spoils the enjoyment or fun of others, often by being negative or unsupportive during a social gathering.
Examples
- Don’t be such a party-pooper; join us for the celebration!
- Everyone was excited for the concert, but Jane acted like a party-pooper by complaining the whole time.
Meaning
Someone who does not want to participate in enjoyable activities or who discourages others from having fun.
Synonyms
- Killjoy
- Wet blanket
- Buzzkill
- Fun-sucker
