OBSEQUIOUS

 

MEANING: (adj.) showing attention in a flattering manner or in a servile way

 

EXAMPLE SENTENCES:

  1. Because of his fame, he was constantly surrounded by obsequious sycophants. 
  2. David is embarrassingly obsequious to his boss or rather anyone in a powerful position.
  3. I find her obsequious mannerisms annoying.

 

SYNONYMS: Compliant, Prostrate, Unctuous

ANTONYMS: Arrogant, Assertive, Confident

 

Also see

OBSOLETE MEANING

OMINOUS MEANING

OSTENTATIOUS MEANING

OXYMORON MEANING