Sycophantic

Synonyms of sycophantic

• flattering
• fawning
• obsequious

Antonyms of sycophantic

• independent
• unconventional
• assertive

Collocations of sycophantic

sycophantic behavior

Frequency: 70 %

His sycophantic behavior towards the boss was obvious to all.

sycophantic flattery

Frequency: 60 %

She showered him with sycophantic flattery in hopes of gaining favor.

sycophantic praise

Frequency: 50 %

The sycophantic praise he received only inflated his ego further.

sycophantic attitude

Frequency: 45 %

Her sycophantic attitude towards authority figures was off-putting.

Idiomatic Expressions for sycophantic

• Phrase: sycophantic praise
  Meaning: insincere or exaggerated praise given to someone in order to gain favor
  Usage: The politician was tired of receiving sycophantic praise from his supporters and craved honest feedback.