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Meaning of Ingratiate
According to Merriam-Webster, to ingratiate means to gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a way that is considered insincere or self-serving.
Definitions
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines ingratiate as to try to make someone like or approve of you, often by saying or doing things that are not sincere.
- The Oxford Dictionary states that to ingratiate means to bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering or trying to please them.
Example Uses
- The politician tried to ingratiate herself with the audience by promising to lower taxes and create new jobs.
- He attempted to ingratiate himself with his boss by offering to work overtime and take on additional responsibilities.
- The company tried to ingratiate themselves with the local community by sponsoring charity events and donating to good causes.