Verboticism: Hamperpetuate
DEFINITION: v. To unintentionally encourage bad behavior by responding to it in a manner that incites even worse behavior. n. A response designed to stop bad behavior, which paradoxically produces more of it.
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Created by: rebelvin
Pronunciation: HAMper+PERPETUATE
Sentence: Whatever you do, don't even mention his driving, you will only hamperpetuate his bad habits.
Etymology: HAMper+PERPETUATE
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