Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skeleton-at-the-feast
idiom
/ˈskɛlɪtən ət ðə fiːst/
Definition
A person or thing that is present in a situation where they are unwelcome or inappropriate, especially when others are enjoying themselves.
Examples
- He felt like a skeleton-at-the-feast at the party, as everyone else was having fun while he was alone in the corner.
- Her constant complaints made her a skeleton-at-the-feast during the family reunion.
Meaning
This phrase refers to an individual or element that disrupts the mood or atmosphere of a gathering, much like an awkward presence at a celebration.
Synonyms
- party pooper
- outsider
- wet blanket
- unwelcome presence
