spoiling

• Nom désignant le processus de détérioration, de décomposition ou de destruction de quelque chose, ou l'action de causer un dommage ou un préjudice.

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

indénombrable

1. Process of decayB1formal

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

   Altération (des aliments)

   • 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.

   Synonymesdecaydecompositionputrefactionspoilage

2. Act of damagingB2formal

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

   gâterie excessive

   • 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.

   Synonymesdamagingwrecking

   Antonymesconservationpreservationprotection

• Verbe désignant l'action de diminuer la qualité, la valeur ou le plaisir de quelque chose, ou de traiter quelqu'un avec un excès d'indulgence ou de gâterie.

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

verbe irrégulier

1. Become unusableA2formal

   To decay or go bad, especially food.

   Se gâter

   • 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.

   Synonymesdecomposego badgo offperishputrefyrotsourturn

   Antonymespreserve

2. Ruin or destroyB1formal

   To damage or destroy something good or pleasant.

   Gâcher, abîmer

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

   Synonymesblemishdamagedefacedestroyimpairmarruinshatterunderminewreck

   Antonymesenhanceimprovepreserveprotect

3. Indulge excessivelyB1informal

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

   Gâter (excessivement)

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

   Synonymesbabycoddleindulgemollycoddleoverindulgepamper

   Antonymeschastendisciplinehardenpunish