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.