overprotected

[US]/[ˌəʊvərˈprɒˌtektɪd]/
[UK]/[ˌoʊvərˈprɑːˌtektɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Protected too much; excessively shielded from harm or difficulty.; Shielded from all potential dangers or challenges.; Spoiled due to excessive care and attention.

Phrases & Collocations

overprotected child

being overprotected

too overprotected

overprotected them

felt overprotected

overprotected as

overprotected now

were overprotected

so overprotected

overprotected state

Example Sentences

she felt stifled and overprotected by her parents.

growing up, he was incredibly overprotected and lacked confidence.

the overprotected child struggled to make decisions independently.

they worried about their son being overprotected and tried to encourage independence.

being overprotected can hinder a child's development and resilience.

he realized he'd been overprotected and needed to take more risks.

the overprotected teenager was hesitant to try new things.

despite being overprotected, she yearned for more freedom.

his parents' constant worry made him feel overprotected.

she was an overprotected child, shielded from any potential harm.

the overprotected student was unprepared for the challenges of college.

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