What does DOTES mean?

Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions: to be extremely fond of someone or something; to show excessive love or admiration for someone or something

Pronunciations: US: /doʊts/; UK: /dəʊts/

Origin and Usage: The word "dotes" originated from the Middle English word "doten" which means "to be feeble-minded from age or sickness." It is now used to describe someone who is extremely fond of someone or something, often to the point of being excessive. This word is commonly used in everyday conversations and in literature.

Synonyms: adore, love, cherish, idolize, worship

Related Words: adore, loved, loves, loved, loved

Example Sentences:

• She dotes on her grandchildren and spoils them with gifts.
• He dotes on his vintage car collection and spends most of his free time working on them.
• The mother dotes on her newborn baby and can stop talking about how perfect she is.