Spoiled

/spɔɪld/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of spoil; to cause something to become unfit for use or consumption.

The hot weather spoiled the picnic by making the food unsafe to eat.

To destroy or have a detrimental effect on something; to ruin.

The surprise ending of the movie was spoiled by the reviews I read online.

adjective

Having decayed or become unfit for consumption, typically due to the effects of bacteria or mold.

The spoiled milk had a foul odor and was unusable.

Pampered or indulged beyond what is reasonable; excessively cared for to the point of negative consequences.

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.

Having excessive privilege or indulgence.

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

Something that is not useful anymore.

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