Wet Blanket

Pronunciation: /wɛt ˈblæŋkɪt/

Definitions of wet blanket

noun a literal blanket that is wet

Example Sentences

A1 My friend is such a wet blanket when it comes to trying new things.

A2 Don't be a wet blanket at the party and just have fun!

B1 I don't want to invite him to the trip, he's always a wet blanket.

B2 She can be a bit of a wet blanket, always pointing out the negatives.

C1 His constant pessimism makes him come across as a wet blanket in social situations.

C2 I try to avoid being a wet blanket, but sometimes it's hard to stay positive.

Examples of wet blanket in a Sentence

formal She always acts like a wet blanket at work, dampening the enthusiasm of the team.

informal Don't be such a wet blanket, let's go out and have some fun!

slang Stop being a wet blanket and just go with the flow.

figurative His negative attitude was like a wet blanket on the party, bringing everyone down.

Grammatical Forms of wet blanket

• past tense: wet blanketed
• plural: wet blankets
• comparative: wetter blanket
• superlative: wettest blanket
• present tense: wet blanket
• future tense: will wet blanket
• perfect tense: have wet blanketed
• continuous tense: is wet blanketing
• singular: wet blanket
• positive degree: wet blanket
• infinitive: to wet blanket
• gerund: wetting blanket
• participle: wet blanketing

Origin and Evolution of wet blanket

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'wet blanket' originated from the literal meaning of a wet blanket being used to put out a fire. Over time, it evolved to describe a person who dampens enthusiasm or excitement.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to refer to someone who extinguishes the fun or excitement in a social situation, the term 'wet blanket' has continued to be used in the same context to this day.