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Bootlick (Verb)

Meaning

Try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

  • The employee would often bootlick in front of their manager, constantly agreeing with their opinions and pretend to share similar interests.
  • He bootlicks his way to the top by excessively praising his superior's management style and making excuses for their mistakes.
  • Her colleagues began to feel annoyed at how she would bootlick to the boss whenever he walked by, often leading to unfair favoritism in workplace assignments.
  • In an attempt to get promoted quickly, he started to bootlick his supervisors, showering them with constant flattery and excessive support.
  • The politician's habit of bootlicking the wealthy donors ultimately cost him the trust of his voters, who felt he prioritized their interests over those of the general public.

Synonyms

  • Suck Up
  • Toady
  • Truckle
  • Kowtow
  • Kotow
  • Fawn

Hypernyms

  • Blandish
  • Flatter

Hyponyms

  • Curry Favor
  • Curry Favour
  • Court Favor

Related Words

  • Bootlicker (noun)
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