prespoil

/prɪˈspoɪl/ or /priˈspoɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to spoil or mar something, especially before it can be spoiled or marred naturally

“The rain prespoiled the crops before they were even ready to be harvested.”

2. noun

the act or process of spoiling or marthing something, especially before it can be spoiled or marred naturally

“The prespoiling of the food was a major concern for the chef.”

Synonyms

  • mar
  • ruin
  • spoil

Antonyms

  • preserve
  • protect