mollycoddles

[US]/ˈmɒliˌkɒdəlz/
[UK]/ˈmɑliˌkɑdəlz/

Translation

v.to pamper or spoil someone

Phrases & Collocations

mollycoddles children

mollycoddles adults

mollycoddles pets

mollycoddles them

mollycoddles family

mollycoddles friends

mollycoddles society

mollycoddles expectations

mollycoddles youth

mollycoddles everyone

Example Sentences

parents who mollycoddle their children often hinder their independence.

he was mollycoddled as a child, making it hard for him to face challenges.

some teachers mollycoddle their students instead of encouraging them to think critically.

his mollycoddled upbringing made him unprepared for real-world struggles.

they mollycoddle their employees, which can reduce overall productivity.

it's important not to mollycoddle your friends, even if you want to protect them.

he felt that being mollycoddled by his family stunted his personal growth.

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