pampering 1 of 3

adjective

Definition of pamperingnext
as in indulgent

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pampering

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noun

as in coddling

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pampering

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verb

present participle of pamper
as in spoiling
to treat with great or excessive care pamper a sick child

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pampering
  1. indulgent
  2. mild
  3. indulging
  4. gentle
  5. consideration
  6. lenient
  7. merciful
  8. tolerant
Adjective
  • In her lobster blanquette, shellfish mingle in a sea of indulgent, umami-rich sauce: beurre blanc, flavored with soy and shiro dashi to give it uncommon depth.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2024
  • This all-inclusive retreat has a mix of outdoor thrills — horseback riding, fly-fishing, and snowshoeing — paired with indulgent comforts like gourmet dining and cozy log cabin accommodations.
    Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of indulgent
Adjective
  • Shocking your taste buds with an electric salt spoon Kirin Holdings has unveiled an innovative electric salt spoon that uses a mild electrical current to enhance food flavor without adding sodium.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Here’s How to Tell Chia seeds should have a mild, nutty aroma.
    Annie Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of mild
Verb
  • In reality, the longtime Hollywood star has kept much of her creative focus and interests lately around bringing a healthier and more transparent wine-indulging experience to our world, through her Avaline wine brand.
    Jeff Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • But doing it too much and indulging to much could be a reason to evaluate the motive.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of indulging
Adjective
  • Not too soft without being harsh on the skin, these deliver gentle exfoliation while helping rinse away your cleanser.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Finish with a few more gentle pushes of your brush to get any remaining debris off your windshield, and be on your way.
    Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of gentle
Noun
  • Given these competing considerations, the scope and limitations of these representations and warranties are often heavily negotiated and the outcome of the negotiation is largely dependent upon the bargaining power of the parties.
    AllBusiness, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • While many precautions mirror general public health guidance, pregnant people face additional considerations around maintaining prenatal care and preparing for delivery.
    Jackie Snow, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of consideration
Adjective
  • Bank stocks rose Monday on the prospect of more lenient oversight after the Federal Reserve’s top supervisory official stepped down to avoid a potentially thorny legal battle with President-elect Donald Trump.
    Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Through these financial twists and turns, La Liga has arguably been remarkably lenient, perhaps because its president Javier Tebas wants a strong Barcelona to help the league’s overall brand.
    Dermot Corrigan, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of lenient
Adjective
  • The miserable 2024-25 New York Giants season came to a merciful end with a 20-13 loss to the division rival Philadelphia Eagles.
    Charlotte Carroll, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • That, however, was the merciful end to the Flyers’ comeback bid as the B’s somehow survived the onslaught for the win.
    Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2024
Definition of merciful
Adjective
  • Yet overall, the rebels have been substantially more tolerant than the Taliban.
    Delaney Simon, Foreign Affairs, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Slightly acidic soils are ideal, though plants tolerant a range of soil pH. Water Provide young plants with even and consistent moisture during the first two growing seasons to establish an extensive root system.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of tolerant
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