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coddle vs spoil

spoil vs coddle

coddle is not a noun while spoil is a noun.

coddle and spoil both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
coddle No No Yes No
spoil Yes No Yes No
As verbs, coddle and spoil are synonyms defined as:
  • coddle and spoil: treat with excessive indulgence
Other synonyms of coddle include baby, cocker, cosset, featherbed, indulge, mollycoddle, pamper.
coddle (noun) spoil (noun)
the act of stripping and taking by force
the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it
(usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war)
coddle (verb) spoil (verb)
cook in nearly boiling water become unfit for consumption or use
treat with excessive indulgence alter from the original
make imperfect
destroy and strip of its possession
have a strong desire or urge to do something
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
treat with excessive indulgence
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
Difference between coddle and spoil

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