English Word · Intermediate
infantize
infantilize
Pronunciation: say infantize
Meaning
To treat someone, especially an adult, as if they were an infant.
Example
He was criticized for infantizing his employees by micromanaging their every move.
He was criticized for infantizing his employees by micromanaging their every move.
Practice tips
- Practice infantize out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.