
Spoil
Anticipation Ruined
Using 'spoil' implies something was expected to bring joy or excitement but didn't because of an action.

The leaked game ending really spoiled the experience for players.
Emotional Impact
'Spoil' often indicates disappointment or a loss of pleasure from an event or activity.

Please don't spoil my mood with bad news right now.
Past vs. Future
'Spoil' can refer to ruining current events or those yet to happen.

His loud laugh spoiled the tense scene in the movie.
Compare with
CorruptDamageDefileDisfigureImpairMarRuinTarnish
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension