Definition & Meaning of "obsequious"in English

obsequious

excessively flattering and obeying a person, particularly in order to gain their approval or favor

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

most obsequious

Comparative

more obsequious

gradable

domain

behavior, social, personality

Examples

She found his obsequious manner off-putting, as he always agreed with her, no matter what she said.

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