Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
babied
verb
/ˈbeɪ.bid/
Definition
To treat someone as if they are a baby, providing excessive care or attention.
Examples
- She always babied her younger brother, making it hard for him to learn to do things on his own.
- After the accident, his parents babied him, not allowing him to take any risks.
- He felt that being babied by his friends was stifling his growth as an adult.
Meaning
The term describes the act of pampering or indulging someone, often leading to a lack of independence.
Synonyms
- pampered
- spoiled
- indulged
