pandering

Meanings

• the act of indulging or gratifying someone, especially in a way that is manipulative or insincere

  - "The politician pandered to the voters by making promises he knew he couldn't keep."
  - "The actress pandered to the director by flattering him and agreeing with his opinions."

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Synonyms

hustle , prostitute , whore out

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pandering
pander , commander , slander , wander , panderer

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Homophones

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1. pander, pardon, panther, bander, bander-press
   

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Variants

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pander , pandered , panderer , panderers , pandering , panders

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Forms

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pander (v.), panderer (n.), pandering (adj., n.), panderings (n.)

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Etymology

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mid 16th century: from Italian panderare 'act as a pimp', from pande 'a procurer'.

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Related Concepts

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1. objectification: the act of treating a person or thing as an object, without regard for their individuality, feelings, or experiences.

2. prostitution: the act of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for payment or other compensation.

3. exploitation: the act of taking advantage of someone or something, especially for one's own benefit or gain.

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Culture

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Pandering has been a topic of criticism and concern in various aspects of culture and society. In literature, the theme of pandering has been explored in works such as John Webster's 'The White Devil' and John Ford's 'Tis Pity She's a Whore'. In art, the depiction of pandering has been a subject of controversy and debate, with works such as Peter Paul Rubens' 'The Rape of the Daughters of Leucippus' and Titian's 'Venus of Urbino' being criticized for their depiction of pandering and objectification of women.

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