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Is there an adjective to describe a person that smother you with attention ?

Clive · Accepted Answer

Hi,

Ypou might say 'overpowering'.

Clive

CalifJim · Answer

It depends on the kind of attention.

doting, worshiping, adoring, complimentary, (over)attentive, idolizing,
fawning, flattering, sycophantic, obsequious, unctuous

CJ

BarbaraPA · Answer

And hey, let's not forget "smothering" <img class='emoticon' style='Width:19px;Height:19px;' data-delaysrc='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' src='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' alt='Emotion: smile'/>

MrPedantic · Answer

In any particular context, Anon?

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