verb

pamper

PAM-per/ˈpæmpər/

To indulge with lavish comfort, care, or attention.

The spa pampers its guests with massages and warm towels.

A person reclines under pillows while others bring cushions, warm towels, snacks, and careful attention far beyond ordinary care.

Etymology

Middle English pamperen meant to cram someone with food. That specific form of overindulgence broadened into giving excessive comfort, care, or luxury.

In context

Allstate speaker0:04

We treat pets like members of the family. We pamper them.

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Lavendaire speaker9:22

Tonight, I thought I'd pamper myself with a sheet mask as well.

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More examples

She pampers her dog with homemade treats and a heated bed.
Pamper yourself with a long bath after a busy day.
They pampered us all weekend with delicious meals and breakfast in bed.

Forms

pamper · pampers · pampered · pampering

Similar words

indulge: Emphasizes satisfying desires, not necessarily providing lavish care.
spoil: Suggests excessive indulgence that may encourage selfish behavior.
coddle: Emphasizes excessive protection or gentle treatment rather than luxury.