Disenjoyer

A 'disenjoyer' is a person who habitually experiences or expresses a lack of enjoyment, pleasure, or satisfaction in activities, situations, or experiences that are typically considered enjoyable by others. They may exhibit a tendency towards negativity, cynicism, or a persistent state of boredom. Unlike a pessimist, a disenjoyer doesn't necessarily believe things will turn out badly; rather, they struggle to find any intrinsic positivity or satisfaction in the present, making 'disenjoyment' a defining characteristic. They might find fault, apathy, or just flat disinterest in many things.

Disenjoyer meaning with examples

• At the beach bonfire, everyone was laughing, sharing stories and roasting marshmallows. However, Arthur, the self-proclaimed disenjoyer, sat silently, scrolling through his phone. When someone offered him a marshmallow, he declined with a grimace. 'It's too messy,' he muttered, already planning his early exit. He just wasn't able to experience the warmth.
• The travel blogger's attempt to bring the always grumpy Harvey on a trip to Italy, ended in chaos. From the start Harvey was a disenjoyer. Every gorgeous vista was 'overrated' every delicious meal 'too salty'. Even the gondola ride, the highlight of most visitors' journeys, was met with a sigh. She eventually went off and left him there.
• The children excitedly tore open their presents on Christmas morning, squealing with delight. Little Timothy, however, played the role of a disenjoyer. He stared at the new video game with a bored expression. 'I already have one,' he said flatly, then wandered off to find something to critique. He always needed something more from things.
• During the company's celebratory dinner, the newly promoted disenjoyer, Bernard, spent the evening critiquing the food, complaining about the noise level, and rolling his eyes at the toasts to his success. He brought down the whole vibe, seemingly allergic to any expression of genuine pleasure, making it seem like he disliked this kind of event.