brown-noser

[US]/[ˈbraʊn ˈnɔːzə]/
[UK]/[ˈbraʊn ˈnɔːzər]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who tries to gain favor by flattering others.; Someone who excessively praises superiors in order to gain advantage.; A sycophant.

Phrases & Collocations

a brown-noser

being a brown-noser

brown-nosers always

avoid a brown-noser

called a brown-noser

stop being a brown-noser

like a brown-noser

is a brown-noser

detect a brown-noser

Example Sentences

he's such a brown-noser, constantly flattering the boss for a promotion.

i don't like working with a brown-noser; it feels insincere.

the brown-noser tried to get on the manager's good side with gifts.

avoid becoming a brown-noser just to get ahead at work.

she's known as a brown-noser around the office for her constant praise.

don't be a brown-noser; earn your respect through hard work.

the new intern was quickly labeled a brown-noser by his colleagues.

he's a classic brown-noser, always agreeing with everything the ceo says.

i saw a brown-noser trying to get close to the client during the meeting.

being a brown-noser might get you noticed, but not respected.

the project lead warned against having brown-nosers on the team.

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