Humoring Meaning in English
word · lemma: humor
التعريف
Treating someone as if what they say or want is reasonable, often just to keep them happy or to avoid conflict, not because you truly agree.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Commonly used in phrases like 'humoring someone.' Slightly formal or literary. Implies you are acting for the other person's sake, not because you believe they're right. Not about telling jokes; don't confuse with 'sense of humor.' Often neutral or mildly negative depending on tone.
جمل نموذجية
He is humoring his little sister by letting her choose the game.
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I was just humoring my friend by listening to his story.
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She kept humoring her grandfather as he told old stories.
basic
Are you really interested, or are you just humoring me?
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They were just humoring their boss during the meeting to avoid an argument.
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Sometimes humoring a stubborn friend is easier than arguing.
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