Meaning & Definition of word "Spoiled"

Spoiled

/spɔɪld/

1. Past tense of spoil; to cause something to become unfit for use or consumption.
- Example: The hot weather spoiled the picnic by making the food unsafe to eat.
2. To destroy or have a detrimental effect on something; to ruin.
- Example: The surprise ending of the movie was spoiled by the reviews I read online.

1. Having decayed or become unfit for consumption, typically due to the effects of bacteria or mold.
- Example: The spoiled milk had a foul odor and was unusable.
2. Pampered or indulged beyond what is reasonable; excessively cared for to the point of negative consequences.
- Example: The spoiled child threw a tantrum when he didn't get the toy he wanted.

From Old French 'espoillier', from Latin 'spoliare' meaning to plunder or strip.

spoiled for choice:

Having too many good options to choose from.

spoiled child:

A child who is overly pampered and indulged.

spoiled goods:

Perishable items that have gone bad.

spoil:

To damage or ruin something.

spoiling:

The act of causing to decay or diminish in quality.

Meaning: Having excessive privilege or indulgence.

Example Sentence: That kid is so spoiled, he thinks he can get anything he wants.

Meaning: Something that is not useful anymore.

Example Sentence: These movies are all spoiled; they don't make good ones anymore.