Professional Behavior

noun a person who tries to gain favor by flattering someone in authority

adjective describing someone who engages in the act of brownnosing

• The manager was displeased with the brownnoser who constantly tried to gain favor by flattering them.
• I can't stand that brownnoser in the office who is always sucking up to the boss.
• That brownnoser is such a kiss-ass, always trying to get on the boss's good side.
• The brownnoser's constant flattery was like a bad smell that wouldn't go away.

adjective showing a lack of sportsmanship or fair play

• The player received a warning for his unsportsmanlike conduct on the field.
• He got called out for being unsportsmanlike during the game.
• That was a real jerk move, totally unsportsmanlike.
• Her unsportsmanlike behavior off the court caused a lot of drama.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

• When attending a formal event, it is important to dress appropriately and act accordingly.
• If you want to fit in with the group, just watch how they behave and act accordingly.
• If you want to impress your crush, you gotta play it cool and act accordingly.
• Life is like a stage, and we must learn our lines and act accordingly to succeed.