Overparented

adj, verb

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Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    simple past and past participle of overparent form-of, participle, past
Adjective
  1. 1
    Excessively spoiled, restricted, etc. by one's parents; given insufficient freedom as a child.

    "Other studies suggest that overparented kids are “less open to new ideas” and take “less satisfaction in life.”"

Example

More examples

"Other studies suggest that overparented kids are “less open to new ideas” and take “less satisfaction in life.”"

Etymology

From over- + parented.

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