Wet Blanket Definition

noun
One that discourages enjoyment or enthusiasm.
American Heritage
A person or thing whose presence or influence lessens the enthusiasm or joy of others.
Webster's New World

(idiomatic) A person who takes the fun out of a situation or activity, as by pessimism, demands, dullness, etc.

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Other Word Forms of Wet Blanket

Noun

Singular:
wet blanket
Plural:
wet-blankets

Wet Blanket Sentence Examples

  • I am far from throwing a wet blanket over any innocent mirth.

  • Water feels things deeper than the other signs and, because of this emotional depth, can either be a great match or a wet blanket.

  • While I preferred not to toss a wet blanket on her quest, I remained far more pragmatic.

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Words Starting With

WWEWET

Words Ending With

TETKET

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Words Starting With W and Ending With T

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11 Letter Words11 Letter Words Starting With W11 Letter Words Ending With T