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spoils
When used as a noun, this word is a plurale tantum, meaning it is used exclusively in the plural form to refer to stolen goods or political advantages. It does not have a singular form in these contexts; one cannot refer to a single "spoil" of war.
As a verb, the word carries a strong sense of degradation. Whether it refers to the chemical decay of food, the psychological harm caused by over-indulgence, or the ruin of an experience, the common thread is the loss of original purity or value. In political contexts, the term "spoils" often carries a negative connotation of corruption or cronyism.
Meanings
Advantages, profits, or positions of power gained through unfair or illicit means, often in a political context.
The new administration distributed the spoils of office to its loyal supporters.
To diminish or destroy the value, quality, or pleasure of something.
Examples
The victorious army divided the spoils of war among the soldiers.
The pirates fought over the spoils they had seized from the merchant ship.
He treats government appointments as spoils to be handed out to his loyalists.
One bad review spoils the entire experience for some people.
I hope the rain does not spoil our plans for the weekend.
She spoils her grandson with expensive toys every single visit.
My mother always spoils me when I go home for the holidays.
Milk spoils quickly if you leave it out on the counter.