betoil

/bɛtɔɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to spoil or ruin something, especially by careless or thoughtless action

“Her carelessness betoiled the beautiful garden, turning it into a mess.”

2. noun

a careless or thoughtless act that spoils something

“The betoil of the project’s deadline ruined our chances of winning the contract.”

Synonyms

  • destroy
  • ruin
  • spoil

Antonyms

  • conserve
  • preserve
  • protect