spoiled someone rotten
Pampered beyond reason
To spoil someone rotten is to indulge them excessively, giving them whatever they want until they expect it.
The phrase usually describes children given too many treats, toys, or freedoms: Her grandparents spoiled her rotten.
The "rotten" intensifies—suggesting the spoiling has gone so far it may have corrupted character.
Sometimes used affectionately without real criticism: I plan to spoil that baby rotten.
- dotingExcessively affectionate toward
- coddlingOverindulgent, protective treatment
- helicopter parentExcessively controlling caregiver
- privilegeExclusive right or benefit
- lavishingGiving extravagantly
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