obsequious
adjectiveHow many syllables in obsequious?
There are 4 syllables in the word obsequious.How to pronounce obsequious:
Definition of obsequious:
- obsequious (adjective):
- being overattentive in order to gain favour
- marked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness
- attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery.
Synonyms for obsequious:
smarmyflatteringobedientabjectamiableobeisantconformabledocileunctuousmanageableShow 15 more
Antonyms for obsequious:
forcefuldemandingassertiveauthoritarianaggressivehaughtyofficiousoverbearingpresumptuousproudShow 15 more
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