people-pleasing
|peo/ple-pleas/ing|
B2
/ˈpiːpəl ˌpliːzɪŋ/
eager to please others
Etymology
Etymology Information
'people-pleasing' originates from the combination of 'people' and 'please,' where 'please' meant 'to give pleasure or satisfaction.'
Historical Evolution
'please' changed from the Old French word 'plaisir' and eventually became the modern English word 'please.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'please' meant 'to give pleasure or satisfaction,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make someone happy or satisfied.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
excessively eager to please others, often at the expense of one's own needs or desires.
Her people-pleasing nature often led her to take on too many responsibilities.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 23:43