sycophantic

(sy-co-phan-tic) 4 syllables

Definition


adjective.
Behaving or done in an obsequious way in order to gain advantage.

Example Sentence

His sycophantic behavior towards the boss was noticed by everyone in the office.

More Example Sentences

The sycophantic compliments were clearly meant to win favor with the teacher.

Synonyms

obsequious; fawning; servile

Antonyms

independent; assertive; defiant

Rhymes

  • antic
  • frantic

  • atlantic
  • gigantic
  • midlantic
  • pedantic
  • romantic
  • semantic

  • bankatlantic
  • sycophantic
  • transatlantic