fawning

[US]/ˈfɔːnɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈfɔːnɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.servilely flattering; sycophantic
v.present participle of fawn; to seek favor by flattery

Phrases & Collocations

fawning praise

fawning attitude

fawning behavior

fawning over

fawning remarks

fawning support

fawning comments

fawning loyalty

fawning flattery

fawning gestures

Example Sentences

his fawning attitude towards the boss was obvious.

the fawning praises from her colleagues made her uncomfortable.

he has a tendency to be fawning when he wants something.

fawning over the celebrity, fans crowded around her.

her fawning comments were clearly insincere.

he was criticized for his fawning behavior in meetings.

the fawning dog followed its owner everywhere.

she couldn't stand the fawning attention from her peers.

his fawning manner made him unpopular among his friends.

the fawning remarks were meant to win her favor.

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