spoiled vs spoilt

spoiled

Definitions

adjective

  1. (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition
  2. having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention

Examples

Elizabeth had doted on her, spoiled her, given her everything a little girl can want.

Aren't you a spoiled child, without the childness and the spoiling, to go and write in that plaintive, solemn way about 'help of some connexions of Jane's in Glasgow,' as if you were a desolate orphan

So far, so good, so much more credible—and spoiled only slightly by the blandishment that those that fail should present plans for recapitalization "as swiftly as possible.

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spoilt

Definitions

adjective

  1. affected by blight; anything that mars or prevents growth or prosperity
  2. (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition
  3. having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention

Examples

Thousands of miles of unspoilt coastline, isolated and untouched lakes and pristine mountain ranges are there for the discovering.

He's a spoilt brat and it's about time he learnt to behave properly.

Hiking boots are obviously a much better idea for moving around in, but the trade off can be feet so cold and painful that your whole day can be spoilt.

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