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ob·se·qui·ous

obsequious

 
 
pronunciation:
b si kwi s
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part of speech: adjective
definition: showing or tending to show servile obedience or deference; fawning.
I would like your honest opinion, not just obsequious compliments.The obsequious relatives made frequent visits to their elderly and very wealthy aunt.
synonyms:
fawning, servile, truckling
antonyms:
domineering
similar words:
abject, deferential, docile, kowtowing, mealy-mouthed, menial, slavish, submissive, subservient, toadying
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derivations: obsequiously (adv.), obsequiousness (n.)