Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
people-pleaser
noun
/ˈpiːpəlˌpliːzər/
Definition
A person who has an emotional need to please others often at the expense of their own happiness.
Examples
- She is such a people-pleaser; she always puts others’ needs before her own.
- Being a people-pleaser can lead to burnout if you constantly ignore your own wants.
Meaning
People-pleasers often seek approval or validation from those around them. They may struggle to say no or express their own needs and desires.
Synonyms
- Accommodator
- Approval seeker
- Yes-man
- Doormat
