Spoil Definition
spoil
- noun
- (usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war); "to the victor belong the spoils of the enemy"
- the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it; "her spoiling my dress was deliberate"
- the act of stripping and taking by force
- verb
- make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"; "the pianist screwed up the difficult passage in the second movement"
- become unfit for consumption or use; "the meat must be eaten before it spoils"
- alter from the original
- treat with excessive indulgence; "grandparents often pamper the children"; "Let's not mollycoddle our students!"
- hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
- have a strong desire or urge to do something; "She is itching to start the project"; "He is spoiling for a fight"
- destroy and strip of its possession; "The soldiers raped the beautiful country"
- make imperfect; "nothing marred her beauty"
"Spoil" in song lyrics
See how spoil is used in real songs:
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"Gotta seal up my rhymes so they don't spoil"
Anotha Level — What's That Cha Say -
"Keep makin' them records 'till the day you spoil"
Buckshot & 9th Wonder — Chemistry 101 -
"Oil - how could such a thing spoil"
Chubb Rock f/ 3rd Bass + more — Bring 'Em Home Safely
Words that rhyme with spoil
Usage tips for "spoil"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "spoil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for spoil to find words that pair well.