Groveler (Noun)
Meaning
Someone who humbles himself as a sign of respect; who behaves as if he had no self-respect.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The sycophant groveler always agreed with his boss's ideas to get ahead in the company.
- As a loyal subject, the king's advisor acted as a groveler, always addressing him with exaggerated courtesy.
- He became a notorious groveler in the political party, willing to do anything to rise through the ranks.
- The new employee seemed like a groveler, constantly flattering his superiors and accepting criticism without question.
- In front of the concert promoter, the aspiring musician turned into a groveler, doing everything possible to win him over.