killjoys

The word “killjoys” has 2 syllables: kill-joys.

It's pronounced as /ˈkɪldʒɔɪz/.


What is synonym and antonym for killjoys?

In the thesaurus, “killjoys” has 7 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for killjoys along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for killjoys

  • bores
  • complainers
  • crabs
  • cynics
  • drags
  • grinches
  • spoilsports

Antonyms for killjoys

  • celebrants
  • celebrators
  • jesters
  • live wires
  • merrymakers
  • revelers
  • revellers

Meanings of killjoys

  • noun
    1. A person who is anti-fun, or prevents others from having fun.

Example Sentences

  • The killjoys in the group kept complaining about the music.
  • We don’t need any killjoys spoiling the fun at the party.
  • Some people are just natural killjoys, always finding something to criticize.
  • The strict rules at the camp made the counselors seem like killjoys to the kids.
  • Stop acting like killjoys and enjoy the festival with the rest of us!

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to killjoys, such as: bores, celebrants, celebrators, complainers, crabs, cynics, drags.

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