spoiling
word · lemma: spoil
Definition
'Spoiling' means causing something to become less good, such as ruining food, a surprise, or making a child behave badly by giving them too much.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with food ('milk is spoiling'), surprises ('don't go spoiling the surprise'), and children ('spoiling your kids'). For children, it means giving too much, causing bad behavior. Can be used formally and informally.
Example Sentences
The fruit is spoiling because it was left in the sun.
basic
You are spoiling your dinner by eating too many snacks.
basic
They are spoiling their child with expensive gifts.
basic
The milk started spoiling after just one day out of the fridge.
natural
Stop spoiling the ending! I haven't seen the movie yet.
natural
Some parents worry about spoiling their kids if they say 'yes' too often.
natural