Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːnɪŋ/
verb exhibiting excessive flattery or affection; to show exaggerated attention or affection towards someone in order to gain favor or approval
A1 The puppy was fawning over its owner, wagging its tail excitedly.
A2 She couldn't help but fawn over the cute baby, cooing and smiling at it.
B1 The fans were fawning over the celebrity, asking for autographs and selfies.
B2 The politician was fawning over the voters, promising to address their concerns.
C1 The journalist was accused of fawning over the powerful businessman in her articles.
C2 The employee was fawning over the boss, always agreeing with everything he said.
formal The journalist was accused of fawning over the politician in her latest article.
informal I can't stand how she's always fawning over him whenever he's around.
slang She's always fawning over him like a lovesick puppy.
figurative The artist's latest work had critics fawning over its brilliance.
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