decâ²iÂ·maâ²tion n. Usage Note: Decimate originally referred to the killing of every tenth person, a punishment used in the Roman army for mutinous legions. Today this meaning is commonly extended to include the killing of any large proportion of a population.
Why Do People Give in to Peer Pressure? Some kids give in to peer pressure because they want to be liked, to fit in, or because they worry that other kids might make fun of them if they don't go along with the group. Others go along because they are curious to try something new that others are doing.
Parents can also help by recognizing when their child is having a problem with peer pressure. 1  The following are tips for parents to help your child deal with peer pressure: 2  Encourage open and honest communication. Let kids know they can come to you if they're feeling pressure to do things that seem wrong or risky.