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Spoil: meaning, definitions and examples

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spoil

 

[ spɔɪl ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

influence

To diminish the value or quality of something by overexposure, excessive praise, or indulgence.

Synonyms

damage, impair, ruin, tarnish

Examples of usage

  • Don't spoil your dinner by eating too many snacks.
  • The surprise was spoiled when the secret leaked out.
Context #2 | Verb

food

To decay or become unusable, typically due to exposure to air or bacteria.

Synonyms

decay, putrefy, rot, spoilage

Examples of usage

  • The milk will spoil if left out of the fridge.
  • The fruit started to spoil after a few days.
Context #3 | Noun

treat

Something enjoyable that is given or done to please someone or to express affection.

Synonyms

bonus, indulgence, perk, treat

Examples of usage

  • Grandma always brings a little spoil for her grandchildren when she visits.
  • The movie night was a special spoil for the kids.

Translations

Translations of the word "spoil" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estragar

🇮🇳 खराब करना

🇩🇪 verderben

🇮🇩 merusak

🇺🇦 псувати

🇵🇱 psuć

🇯🇵 損なう (そこなう)

🇫🇷 gâcher

🇪🇸 estropear

🇹🇷 bozmak

🇰🇷 망치다

🇸🇦 إتلاف

🇨🇿 zkazit

🇸🇰 pokaziť

🇨🇳 破坏 (pòhuài)

🇸🇮 pokvariti

🇮🇸 spilla

🇰🇿 бұзу

🇬🇪 გადაფარვა

🇦🇿 korlamaq

🇲🇽 estropear

Etymology

The word 'spoil' originated from the Middle English 'spoilen' and the Old French 'espoillier', both meaning 'to strip, plunder'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the idea of diminishing value or quality, as well as the decay of food. The word has been used in various contexts throughout history, reflecting its dual meanings of both diminishing and decay.

See also: spoilage, spoiled, spoiledness, spoiling, spoils, spoilsport, unspoiled.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,346 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.