Definitions

1. verb

To make someone or something seem foolish or silly, often by pretending to be obedient or subservient.

“The politician’s opponents tried to puppify him by dressing him in a ridiculous costume.”

2. verb

To make someone or something appear to be under the control of another, often by using manipulation or deception.

“The con artist tried to puppify the wealthy businessman into investing in his fake company.”