momism

/ˈmɑmɪzəm/
noun
  1. Excessive attachment to or dependence on one's mother, often seen as limiting a person's independence.
    • The psychologist explained that momism can affect adult relationships.
    • His momism made it hard for him to make decisions without calling her first.
    • She struggled with momism, always seeking her mother's approval for every choice.
  2. A cultural or social pattern in which mothers are overly protective or dominant, sometimes blamed for weakening children's character.
    • The concept of momism was popularized in mid-20th-century social commentary.
    • The book criticized the trend of momism in modern parenting.
    • Some argue that momism leads to children who lack resilience.
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