noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The parents' overindulgence of their children acted as an infantilizer, preventing healthy development.

Definition:Excessive indulgence or pampering that can contribute to the behavior of someone behaving like an infant.

From overindulgence

Example:The excessive overprotection of her by her parents was seen as an infantilizer, hindering her growth as an independent adult.

Definition:The act of protecting someone too much, often leading to them being treated with childlike care or being shielded from challenges.

From overprotection

Example:His caretaker, believing he was too young to manage his own life, acted as an infantilizer, undermining his confidence.

Definition:A person who takes care of others, often including children, but can also make someone dependent and infantile.

From caretaker