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Obsequious (Adjective)

Attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery.

All adjective clusters.

The politician's obsequious attitude towards the wealthy donors made many question his integrity.
His obsequious behavior around the CEO earned him a promotion, but also the distrust of his colleagues.
The celebrity's entourage was filled with obsequious yes-men who only told her what she wanted to hear.
The employee's obsequious compliments towards the boss's artwork seemed insincere to everyone else in the office.
The new intern's obsequious behavior towards the company's executives was seen as an attempt to curry favor and advance her career quickly.

Attentive in an ingratiating or servile manner; "obsequious shop assistants".

All adjective clusters.

The hotel staff were extremely obsequious, catering to our every whim and need during our stay.
His obsequious behavior towards the boss made everyone else in the office uncomfortable.
The new employee was overly obsequious, constantly trying to impress the manager with excessive flattery.
The obsequious waiter hovered around our table, refilling our glasses and taking our orders with an annoying eagerness.
Her obsequious attitude towards the celebrity made her come across as insincere and lacking in genuine interest.