sycophantic

adjective

UK/ˌsɪk.əˈfæn.tɪk/
US/ˌsɪk.əˈfæn.tɪk/

Definitions of sycophantic adjective

  1. Characterized by insincere flattery, typically directed towards those in power, with the aim of gaining an advantage.

    阿谀奉承的;谄媚的

    • He always displays a sycophantic attitude towards his superiors, hoping to get a promotion.

      他总是对上司表现出阿谀奉承的态度,希望能获得升迁。

    • The politician was surrounded by a group of sycophantic followers.

      这位政客被一群谄媚的追随者包围着。

    • She agreed with every decision the manager made, which seemed a bit sycophantic.

      她同意经理做出的每一个决定,这似乎有点谄媚。