verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

indulge, reward

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Example Sentences

Example:Instead of rechastening the child, the mother chose to indulge the child for temper tantrums by giving in to every demand.

Definition:To allow oneself or another to gratify a desire or passion, often without proper restraint or discipline.

From indulge

Example:The company could choose to reward their staff with bonuses to encourage better performance instead of rechastening them with a verbal warning.

Definition:To give something desirable as an acknowledgment or encouragement for a good action, in contrast to punishment or discipline.

From reward