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8+ Synonyms for Mollycoddle & Similar Words

Definition of mollycoddle

noun
  1. a pampered darling; an effeminate man
verb
  1. treat with excessive indulgence; "grandparents often pamper the children"; "Let's not mollycoddle our students!"

8 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for mollycoddle?
Synonyms for mollycoddle include: baby, cocker, coddle, cosset, featherbed, indulge, pamper, spoil.
How many synonyms does mollycoddle have?
Mollycoddle has 8 synonyms.

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