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Meaning of Adulate
According to Oxford Dictionary, to adulate means to show or express great admiration or praise for someone, often in a way that is considered excessive or insincere.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines adulate as to praise or honor excessively or obsequiously, often in order to win favor.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes adulate as to praise or admiration someone very much, often in a way that is not sincere.
Example Uses
- The fans adulated the rock star, screaming his name and throwing flowers on the stage.
- The politician's supporters adulated him, praising his every move and decision.
- The employee adulated his boss, hoping to get a promotion by flattering him.