Doting
6 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Excessively fond and indulgent towards someone, often to a degree that others find disproportionate.
“Her doting grandparents showered her with gifts at every opportunity.”
Pronunciation
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dot·ing
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Six unique letters including common D, O, T, I, N, G, a strong Wordle opener or mid-game guess
Scrabble
Worth 8 points with G providing a small boost, the -ING ending is useful for extensions
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