by Kittttt February 11, 2017
Get the Love Bugger mug.Love bombing is a manipulative tactic commonly used by predators, abusers, and manipulators (including cult leaders, narcissists, and toxic partners) to gain rapid control over a victim by overwhelming them with excessive affection, attention, flattery, and gifts.
The stages of love bombing can be:
They bypass natural boundaries by making the victim feel like they’re in a fairy tale. Victims feel like they've found a soulmate or someone who finally gets them.
The dopamine rush from all the attention can make someone crave the love bomber’s presence or approval, just like a drug.
Once the victim is hooked, the predator begins to shift behavior: controlling, gaslighting, or isolating them from friends and family.
After the victim is emotionally invested, the love bombing stops abruptly, replaced by criticism, manipulation, or silent treatment. Victims then chase the initial affection, blaming themselves for its disappearance.
The stages of love bombing can be:
They bypass natural boundaries by making the victim feel like they’re in a fairy tale. Victims feel like they've found a soulmate or someone who finally gets them.
The dopamine rush from all the attention can make someone crave the love bomber’s presence or approval, just like a drug.
Once the victim is hooked, the predator begins to shift behavior: controlling, gaslighting, or isolating them from friends and family.
After the victim is emotionally invested, the love bombing stops abruptly, replaced by criticism, manipulation, or silent treatment. Victims then chase the initial affection, blaming themselves for its disappearance.
Person A:
Hey… can I ask you something kind of weird?
Person B
Of course. What’s up?
Person B:
So, I’ve been seeing this guy for like a week, and he’s already telling me he loves me. He texts constantly, buys me stuff, even said he could see us getting married. Is that… normal?
Person B:
Honestly? That sounds like love bombing.
Person A:
Love bombing?
Person B:
Yeah, it’s when someone overwhelms you with affection and attention early on to hook you in. It feels romantic at first, but it’s actually about control.
Person A:
Oh wow. I thought I was just overthinking it. I mean, it did feel nice at first, but now it’s a bit… too much. Like, if I don’t respond right away, he gets weirdly quiet or passive-aggressive.
Person B:
Classic sign. They make you feel special, then punish you when you don’t feed into it. That intensity isn’t love - it’s manipulation.
Hey… can I ask you something kind of weird?
Person B
Of course. What’s up?
Person B:
So, I’ve been seeing this guy for like a week, and he’s already telling me he loves me. He texts constantly, buys me stuff, even said he could see us getting married. Is that… normal?
Person B:
Honestly? That sounds like love bombing.
Person A:
Love bombing?
Person B:
Yeah, it’s when someone overwhelms you with affection and attention early on to hook you in. It feels romantic at first, but it’s actually about control.
Person A:
Oh wow. I thought I was just overthinking it. I mean, it did feel nice at first, but now it’s a bit… too much. Like, if I don’t respond right away, he gets weirdly quiet or passive-aggressive.
Person B:
Classic sign. They make you feel special, then punish you when you don’t feed into it. That intensity isn’t love - it’s manipulation.
by definitely not emir August 4, 2025
Get the Love bombing mug.Love is a relative term. It’s the most misused word on the planet. If love between two (or more, I’m not judging) people is real, it can be amazing.
Love can be amazing but also hurtful. Be careful with who you love.
Love can be amazing but also hurtful. Be careful with who you love.
by lonelywolf113 September 19, 2019
Get the Love mug.Definition 1
The feeling of attraction towards something or someone
Definition 2
You enjoy doing something or enjoy a object because it brings you happiness or any other emotion
The feeling of attraction towards something or someone
Definition 2
You enjoy doing something or enjoy a object because it brings you happiness or any other emotion
Betty:I love you Steven do you love me back?
Steven:Sorry Betty but I love someone else I hope you understand. But hey we can still be best friends,right ?
Betty:....Mhm....
Steven:Sorry Betty but I love someone else I hope you understand. But hey we can still be best friends,right ?
Betty:....Mhm....
by aRandomNoob7 November 15, 2020
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a british way of saying "nice try."
normally used on youtube channels like "Beta Squad," "Footasylum," "NDL," and more.
normally used on youtube channels like "Beta Squad," "Footasylum," "NDL," and more.
person 1: "person 2, what's your favorite food?"
person 3: "person 2's favorite food is chicken!"
person 2: "yeah, love. it's pizza."
person 3: "..."
person 3: "person 2's favorite food is chicken!"
person 2: "yeah, love. it's pizza."
person 3: "..."
by anonymous May 30, 2024
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