APAD: guilt someone into

Definition

   to manipulate someone to do something by making them feel guilty

 

Examples

   1) She guilted him into helping with the charity event by reminding him of

      his past promises

   2) She guilted him into helping with the chores.

 

Etymology

   The term originates from the concept of using guilt as a tool to manipulate

   or persuade others to take specific actions.

 

Synonyms

   induce, cajole, sway

 

- englishdaily626.com [edited]

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I wonder why in each example, a she guilts a him. Are these gender roles a

coincidence, a time-honored stereotype, or a well-understood psychological

pattern? I do seem to see more men struggle to be the master of themselves under

crushing guilt or other numbing emotions.