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Pampered: meaning, definitions and examples

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pampered

 

[ ˈpæmpərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

overindulged behavior

Pampered refers to someone who has been treated with excessive care, attention, or indulgence. This often leads to a sense of entitlement or a lack of appreciation for the efforts made on their behalf. A pampered individual may become reliant on the comforts they have been accustomed to, struggling to cope in less favorable situations. This term is often used in relation to children, pets, or individuals who have had a luxurious lifestyle.

Synonyms

babyed, coddled, gratified, indulged, spoiled

Examples of usage

  • She was a pampered child who got everything she wanted.
  • His pampered lifestyle left him unprepared for reality.
  • The pampered dog refused to eat anything but gourmet food.

Translations

Translations of the word "pampered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mimado

🇮🇳 लाड़ प्यार किया गया

🇩🇪 verwöhnt

🇮🇩 dimanjakan

🇺🇦 потішений

🇵🇱 rozpieszczać

🇯🇵 甘やかされた

🇫🇷 gâté

🇪🇸 mimado

🇹🇷 şımartılmış

🇰🇷 응석받이로 키워진

🇸🇦 مدلل

🇨🇿 rozmazlovaný

🇸🇰 rozmaznávaný

🇨🇳 被宠坏的

🇸🇮 razvajen

🇮🇸 umgenginn

🇰🇿 мейірімді

🇬🇪 გადატვირთული

🇦🇿 şımartılmış

🇲🇽 mimado

Etymology

The word 'pampered' originates from the Middle English word 'pampere,' which comes from the verb 'pamper.' This verb itself has roots in the Dutch word 'pamperen,' meaning 'to spoil or indulge.' The use of 'pampered' as an adjective became more prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries, as societal norms started to shift towards a more indulgent and protective upbringing of children, particularly among the wealthy. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including the indulgence of pets and adults. Its connotation often carries a negative implication of overindulgence, suggesting a lack of discipline or realism in the person being described.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,483, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.