obsequiousness
nounUK /əbˈsiːkwiəsnəs/
US /əbˈsiːkwiəsnəs/
The habit of being too eager to please someone in charge.
His obsequiousness toward the teacher made the other students roll their eyes.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The quality of being overly willing to obey or serve others.
Her obsequiousness in meetings hid her real opinions.
3. An excessive display of respect or attentiveness.
The waiter's obsequiousness felt a little uncomfortable.
4. Behavior that shows too much eagerness to gain favor.
He mistook obsequiousness for good manners.