Synonyms for

Spoils

Verb / spɔɪlz / Another word for spoils — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Spoils refer to something valuable or desirable that is taken from a defeated enemy.

Synonyms & similar words

flub mar bungle spoilation bollocks messup fluff baby louseup indulge corrupt mishandle fuckup featherbed despoil spoiling botchup bumble foil bollix muff cross vitiate despoilment scotch booty plunder loot prize treasure spoil haul swag pillage raiding raid razzia rapine sack despoilment despoliation depredation thievery

Synonyms by register

Formal

plunder booty loot acquisitions

Informal

loot booty pillage take

Literary

ravage spoilage despoilment

Antonyms

gain loss deprivation lack scarcity shortage

Common collocations

  • war spoils
  • spoils of war
  • divide the spoils
  • military spoils
  • spoils system
  • spoilsport
  • spoils of victory

Word family

noun spoil
verb spoil
adjective spoiled

Usage note

The word 'spoils' most commonly refers to goods taken from a defeated enemy or the benefits gained from a victory or success. It can also refer to something that is ruined or damaged, as in 'the cake was spoiled'.

Example sentences

  1. The army took the spoils of war after defeating the enemy.
  2. The pirates divided the spoils equally among themselves.
  3. The thieves made off with the spoils of the bank robbery.
  4. The treasure hunters found valuable spoils in the sunken ship.
  5. The Vikings were known for their spoils of raiding.

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