Pronunciation: /ɪnˈɡreɪʃiˌeɪtɪŋ/
noun the act of trying to gain favor or approval
A1 I don't trust his ingratiating behavior towards me.
A2 She used ingratiating words to win over her new colleagues.
B1 The politician's ingratiating smile seemed insincere to the public.
B2 His ingratiating attitude helped him secure the promotion.
C1 The actor's ingratiating charm made him a favorite among fans.
C2 Her ingratiating personality was seen as manipulative by those who knew her well.
adjective intended to gain approval or favor; charming or flattering
A1 The puppy's ingratiating behavior won over the shy child.
A2 The salesman used an ingratiating tone to try to sell the product.
B1 She tried to be ingratiating towards her new boss to make a good impression.
B2 His ingratiating smile helped him get out of trouble with the teacher.
C1 The politician's ingratiating manner was seen as insincere by many voters.
C2 The actress's ingratiating charm made her a favorite among directors and producers.
formal She attempted to win over the new boss by using ingratiating language and gestures.
informal He was being overly ingratiating towards his crush, hoping she would notice him.
slang Stop being so ingratiating, it's getting annoying.
figurative The politician's ingratiating smile hid his true intentions.
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