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sycophantic

/sɪˈkɒfəntɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does sycophantic mean?

adjective

Excessively flattering or servile in behavior or speech; trying to win favor by flattering or trying to please.

Example

"The politician's sycophantic remarks to the wealthy donor were seen as insincere."

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