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What is another word for Obsequiousness? – 118 Obsequiousness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    sycophancy servility obsequiousness fawning flattery ingratiation deference submissiveness compliance acquiescence docility tractability amiability affability geniality courtesy politeness gallantry civility complaisance obligingness deferentialness respectfulness dutifulness loyalty devotion adulation idolization worshipfulness

    Meaning of Obsequiousness

    According to Merriam-Webster, obsequiousness refers to "the quality of being obsequious, which means having or showing a strong desire to please someone, often in a way that is considered to be excessive or insincere."

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines obsequiousness as "the state or quality of being obsequious, which means attentive to an excessive or servile degree, often in order to gain favor or approval."
    • The Cambridge Dictionary defines obsequiousness as "behavior that shows too much willingness to please someone, often in a way that seems insincere or excessive."

    Example Uses

    • The new employee's obsequiousness towards the boss was seen as insincere by his coworkers, who felt that he was trying too hard to curry favor.
    • The politician's obsequiousness towards the wealthy donor was criticized by many, who felt that it was inappropriate and unethical.
    • The obsequiousness of the hotel staff made us feel uncomfortable, as if they were trying too hard to please us.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    assertiveness confidence self-assurance independence individuality nonconformity rebelliousness disobedience defiance insolence impertinence impudence cheekiness rudeness brashness bluntness forthrightness candor honesty sincerity authenticity

    Related Nouns

    obsequiousness sycophancy servility submissiveness compliance acquiescence docility tractability amiability affability geniality courtesy politeness gallantry civility complaisance obligingness deference respect admiration adoration idolization

    Related Verbs

    fawn flatter ingratiate defer comply acquiesce submit obey please appease placate conciliate mollify soothe calm pacify tranquilize worship adore idolize revere venerate

    Related Adjectives

    obsequious sycophantic servile submissive compliant acquiescent docile tractable amiable affable genial courteous polite gallant civil complaisant obliging deferential respectful admiring adoring idolatrous reverent venerable