sycophancy
nounUK /ˈsɪk.ə.fən.si/
US /ˈsɪk.ə.fən.si/
The act of being too nice to someone in charge just to get something you want.
His constant sycophancy toward the boss made the other workers uncomfortable.
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2. Excessive praise given to gain favor or advantage.
The speech was full of sycophancy, praising the manager for every small decision.
3. The behavior of a person who acts overly obedient to powerful people.
Her sycophancy in meetings won her no real respect from colleagues.
4. Self-serving flattery used to climb social or professional ranks.
The novel mocks the sycophancy of courtiers at the royal palace.