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obsequiously

UK
/əbˈsiː.kwɪ.əs.li/
US
/əbˈsiː.kwɪ.əs.li/

Translations

obsequiouslyadverb
UK
/əbˈsiː.kwɪ.əs.li/
US
/əbˈsiː.kwɪ.əs.li/
He smiled obsequiously at his boss, hoping for a promotion.
Он угодливо улыбнулся своему начальнику, надеясь на повышение.
Synonyms
servilely
submissively
fawningly
sycophantically
ingratiatingly

Definitions

obsequiouslyadverb
In a manner that shows excessive willingness to serve or please others.
The assistant nodded obsequiously at every suggestion the manager made, eager to gain approval.
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