doting in English
- doting⇄adv. dotingly.
- doting⇄doting, adjective.
1. foolishly fond; too fond.
Ex. Doting parents see no fault in their children.
2. weak-minded; childish; senile.
3. (Botany.) (of trees) decaying from age. Also, doating.
doting in Marathi मराठी
Doting
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
ˈdəʊtɪŋ (British English), ˈdoʊtɪŋ (American English)
Definitions
- Excessively or foolishly loving or fond.
- Demonstrating strong and often blind affection.
Usage Examples
- The doting grandmother baked cookies every weekend.
- He gave her a doting smile.
- The doting father spoiled his daughter with gifts.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English "doten" meaning to be foolish or deranged, later shifting to indicate foolish affection.
Synonyms
- Adoring
- Affectionate
- Fond
- Loving
Antonyms
- Indifferent
- Uncaring
- Detached
Translations
| Language | Translations | Pronunciations |
|---|---|---|
| French | adorant | a.dɔ.ʁɑ̃ |
| Spanish | adorador | a.do.ɾaˈðor |
| German | verliebt | fɛɐ̯ˈliːpt |
| Italian | affettuoso | af.fetˈtʊo.zo |
| Hindi | प्रेममय | premamay |
| Tamil | அன்பான | aṉpāṉa |
| Bengali | স্নেহময় | snehomôy |
| Gujarati | પ્રેમાળ | prēmāḷa |
| Kannada | ಪ್ರೇಮಮಯ | prēmamaya |
| Telugu | ప్రేమతో కూడిన | prēmatō kūḍina |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: ˈdəʊtɪŋ
- American English: ˈdoʊtɪŋ
Historical Usage
Used since the 14th century to describe excessive or foolish love, particularly in familial or romantic contexts.
Cultural Nuances
Often connotes affectionate, protective love, especially from parents or grandparents.
More Information
The word "doting" is frequently used to describe an affectionate parent or guardian who lavishes attention on their child. It can imply both deep love and a lack of critical perspective, often associated with indulgent behavior.