brownnoser

[US]/braʊnˈnoʊzər/
[UK]/braunˈnoʊzər/

Translation

n.A person who tries to gain favor from someone in authority by flattery or obsequious behavior.

Phrases & Collocations

brownnoser behavior

brownnoser attitude

brownnoser colleague

brownnoser tactics

brownnoser comments

brownnoser culture

brownnoser remarks

brownnoser practices

brownnoser mentality

brownnoser tendencies

Example Sentences

he's such a brownnoser; he always agrees with the boss.

everyone knows she's a brownnoser, trying to get ahead.

being a brownnoser won't help you in the long run.

his brownnoser behavior makes it hard for others to trust him.

she was labeled a brownnoser after her constant flattery.

the office is full of brownnosers trying to win favor.

don't be a brownnoser; just do your job honestly.

he thought being a brownnoser would get him promoted.

brownnosers often get ahead, but at what cost?

she can't stand brownnosers and prefers genuine colleagues.

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