spoiled

[spɔɪld]

spoiled Definition

• 1. (of a person, especially a child) harmed in character by being treated too leniently or indulgently
• 2. food that is no longer good to eat because it has gone bad

Using spoiled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spoiled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The spoiled child always got what he wanted.

• Example

  I can't eat this yogurt, it's spoiled.

• Example

  The milk smells spoiled.

spoiled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for spoiled

• rotten
• bad
• off
• decayed
• putrid

Antonyms for spoiled

• fresh
• unspoiled
• wholesome

Phrases with spoiled

• spoiled for choice

  having so many good choices that it is difficult to decide

  Example

  With so many great restaurants in the area, we are spoiled for choice.

• spoil someone rotten

  to give someone everything they want and make them unable to appreciate the value of things

  Example

  Her parents spoiled her rotten when she was growing up, and now she has no sense of responsibility.

• spoil the broth

  to ruin something by trying to improve it

  Example

  Too many cooks spoil the broth, so let's just stick to the original recipe.

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Summary: spoiled in Brief

The term 'spoiled' [spɔɪld] refers to a person, especially a child, who has been treated too leniently or indulgently, leading to negative character traits. It also refers to food that has gone bad and is no longer good to eat. The phrase 'spoiled for choice' denotes having too many good options, while 'spoil someone rotten' means to give someone everything they want and make them unable to appreciate the value of things.