infantilization

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of treating someone as if they are a child, often in a condescending or overprotective way.

  - "The boss's infantilization of his employees was frustrating."
  - "The teacher's infantilization of the students hindered their learning."

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Variants

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infantilization , infantilizations , infantilize , infantilized , infantilizes , infantilizing

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'infans' meaning 'unable to speak' and the suffix '-ilization' denoting a process.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'infantilization' was first coined in the late 19th century.

2. Infantilization can also refer to the process of adapting media or products for children, such as children's books or toys.

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Related Concepts

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1. Adultification: The opposite process of treating someone as an adult, often in a responsible and trusting way.

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Culture

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Infantilization is a common theme in literature and psychology. In literature, it can be seen in works such as 'Peter Pan' and 'Mary Poppins', where characters refuse to grow up. In psychology, it can refer to a developmental disorder where individuals fail to mature emotionally.

How to Memorize "infantilization"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of treating someone as if they are a child, such as speaking in a baby voice or doing things for them.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with condescending or overprotective behavior towards others.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Latin roots of the word: 'infans' meaning 'unable to speak' and '-ilization' denoting a process.

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