tough love
nounHow many syllables in tough love?
There are 2 syllables in the word tough love.How to pronounce tough love:
Definition of tough love:
- tough love (noun):
- love or affectionate concern expressed in a stern or unsentimental manner (as through discipline) especially to promote responsible behavior
Antonyms for tough love:
babying
coddling
indulgence
mollycoddling
overindulgence
pampering
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