killjoy
/ˈkɪlˌdʒɔɪ/
noun
- A person who spoils the enjoyment or fun of others, often by being overly serious or critical.
- The teacher was called a killjoy when she canceled the class party because of a few noisy students.
- Don't be such a killjoy—let the kids stay up a little later for the fireworks.
- My friend is a bit of a killjoy at parties; he always complains about the music.
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