babyishly
adverb
Pronunciation: ˈbeɪ.bɪʃ.li
Definition
In a manner characteristic of or resembling a baby, especially in being immature, foolish, or overly emotional.
Examples
She reacted babyishly to the criticism, bursting into tears.
He acted babyishly, demanding attention and refusing to cooperate.
How to Use babyishly
- act babyishly (collocation)
- To behave in a way that is immature or like a baby. — "He acted babyishly when he didn't get his way."
- react babyishly (collocation)
- To respond to a situation in an immature or overly emotional manner. — "She reacted babyishly to the criticism, bursting into tears."
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