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sycophancy

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Learn the meaning of sycophancy with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

sycophancy

(noun)

Meaning

excessive flattery for personal gain

Example

"The politician's sycophancy towards the wealthy donors was evident."

Synonyms

flatteryobsequiousnessingratiation

Antonyms

directnesshonestycandor

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Word origin
From Greek 'sykophantēs' meaning informer or accuser.