Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Spoils.
How to pronounce spoils:
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Spoils - as a noun
(usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war)
Example: "To the victor belong the spoils of the enemy"
The act of spoiling something by causing damage to it
Example: "Her spoiling my dress was deliberate"
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The act of stripping and taking by force
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Spoils - as a verb
Make a mess of, destroy or ruin
Example: "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"
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Become unfit for consumption or use
Example: "The meat must be eaten before it spoils"
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Alter from the original
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Treat with excessive indulgence
Example: "Grandparents often pamper the children"
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Hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
Example: "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was ruth's amazing september surge"
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Have a strong desire or urge to do something
Example: "She is itching to start the project"
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Destroy and strip of its possession
Example: "The soldiers raped the beautiful country"
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Example Sentences
"The spoils of war included gold, treasures, and captured enemy soldiers."
"The team celebrated their victory by sharing in the spoils of their hard work."
"His luxurious mansion and fancy cars were the spoils of his successful business ventures."
"The looters ran off with the spoils before the authorities could arrive."
"After the party, the kids eagerly divided the spoils of the piñata amongst themselves."
Word Game Points
Is SPOILS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spoils is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPOILS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is SPOILS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spoils is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPOILS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is SPOILS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spoils is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPOILS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
