obsequious
obsequious [ uh’ b-SEE-kwee-uh’ s ] | |
[ adjective ] | |
MEANING : | |
marked by or displaying servility; fawning | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : | |
The obsequious comments on Sachin Tendulkar made by Indian journalists throughout his career reflect an unhealthy trend of jingoistic journalism. | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 2 : | |
Serena is never happier than when projecting her role as a perceived style icon, so the obsequious comments from American journalists about her dress sense were only too gratefully received. |
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