pamper

[pam-per]

verb (used with object)

1. to treat or gratify with extreme or excessive indulgence, kindness, or care.

   to pamper a child; to pamper one's stomach.

   Synonyms: spoil, baby, coddle, humor
   Antonyms: discipline

2. Archaic.,  to overfeed, especially with very rich food; glut.

pamper

/ ˈpæmpə /

verb

1. to treat with affectionate and usually excessive indulgence; coddle; spoil

2. archaic,  to feed to excess

Other Word Forms

• pamperedly adverb
• pamperedness noun
• pamperer noun
• overpamper verb (used with object)
• self-pampered adjective
• self-pampering adjective
• unpampered adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pamper¹

1350–1400; Middle English pamperen < Middle Dutch; compare Dutch dialect pamperen

Word History and Origins

Origin of pamper¹

C14: of Germanic origin; compare German dialect pampfen to gorge oneself

Example Sentences

It’s a little like eating at those restaurants where you find your napkin refolded whenever you come back from the restroom — at some point, such determined pampering becomes oppressive.

From Salon

From extreme pampering to dog-friendly patios, Los Angeles is a dog town, no bones about it.

From Los Angeles Times

He watched Dug getting pampered through the glass wall.

From Los Angeles Times

I researched boutique cruise lines and landed on one with a reputation for gourmet meals and pampering.

From Salon

“A special outing offers an opportunity to create new memories and celebrate together, while a personal care item allows dad to feel pampered.”

From Salon

Related Words

• coddle 
• gratify 
• indulge 
• regale 
• spoil 
• tickle