spoiling

• Существительное, обозначающее процесс повреждения, разложения или разрушения чего-либо, или действие, причиняющее ущерб или вред.

A noun referring to the process of something becoming damaged, decayed, or ruined, or the act of causing damage or harm to something.

uncountable

1. Process of decayB1formal

   The natural process by which food or organic matter becomes unfit for consumption due to bacterial or fungal growth.

   Порча

   • The spoiling of the fruit was accelerated by the warm weather.
   • Proper refrigeration can slow down the spoiling of dairy products.
   • The spoiling of the meat was evident from its foul odor.

   Synonymsdecaydecompositionputrefactionspoilage

2. Act of damagingB2formal

   The act of causing damage, harm, or ruin to something, often by excessive indulgence or neglect.

   Порча

   • The spoiling of the child's character was due to constant pampering.
   • The spoiling of the artwork was a result of improper handling.
   • The spoiling of the surprise ruined the entire event.

   Synonymsdamagingwrecking

   Antonymsconservationpreservationprotection

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по снижению качества, ценности или удовольствия от чего-либо, или чрезмерно баловливого отношения к кому-либо.

A verb used to indicate the act of diminishing the quality, value, or enjoyment of something, or to treat someone with excessive indulgence.

irregular verb

1. Become unusableA2formal

   To decay or go bad, especially food.

   Портиться

   • The milk spoiled after being left out overnight.
   • Don't let the fruit spoil on the counter.
   • The meat will spoil if not refrigerated properly.

   Synonymsdecomposego badgo offperishputrefyrotsourturn

   Antonymspreserve

2. Ruin or destroyB1formal

   To damage or destroy something good or pleasant.

   Портить

   • The rain spoiled our picnic plans.
   • He spoiled the surprise by telling everyone.
   • The accident spoiled their holiday.

   Synonymsblemishdamagedefacedestroyimpairmarruinshatterunderminewreck

   Antonymsenhanceimprovepreserveprotect

3. Indulge excessivelyB1informal

   To treat someone too well, especially a child, so they behave badly.

   Баловать

   • Don't spoil the baby by giving her everything she wants.
   • Grandparents often spoil their grandchildren.
   • She spoils her dog with treats every day.

   Synonymsbabycoddleindulgemollycoddleoverindulgepamper

   Antonymschastendisciplinehardenpunish