Social Etiquette Words

noun a person who lavishly praises or flatters others, especially in order to gain favor or advantage

• The backslapper in the office always makes sure to congratulate everyone on their accomplishments.
• He's such a backslapper, always patting people on the back and cracking jokes.
• That guy is a total backslapper, always trying to buddy up to the boss.
• The politician was known as a backslapper, always making deals behind closed doors.

adjective characterized by behaving in a way that suggests a playful romantic or sexual interest

• She was known for her flirtatious demeanor at social gatherings.
• He always gets a bit too flirtatious after a few drinks.
• She's been sending me some flirtatious texts lately.
• The dance between the two countries was flirtatious, but ultimately led to a peaceful resolution.

noun a game played with a ball and bat by two teams of eleven players on a large field

adjective unfair or dishonest

• His behavior at the meeting was simply not cricket.
• Skipping class is just not cricket, you know?
• Cheating on the exam is totally not cricket.
• The way she treated her friends was just not cricket.

adjective extremely unpleasant or offensive

• His obnoxious behavior at the meeting was completely unacceptable.
• I can't stand hanging out with him, he's so obnoxious.
• She's always acting all obnoxious around her friends.
• The bright neon sign was obnoxious in the otherwise serene landscape.

adjective not characterized by ceremony; informal or casual

• The CEO's unceremonious dismissal of the senior manager shocked the entire company.
• She made an unceremonious exit from the party after an argument with her friend.
• The player was unceremoniously benched by the coach for his poor performance.
• The storm made an unceremonious entrance, causing chaos and destruction in its wake.

verb To dress up or put on fancy or formal clothing, typically a dress or gown.

• She decided to frock up for the gala event, opting for a floor-length gown and diamond jewelry.
• I'm going to frock up for the party tonight, I've got the perfect little black dress ready to go.
• Let's frock up and hit the town tonight, I'm feeling like dressing up and having a good time.
• He really knows how to frock up a simple outfit with the right accessories, always looking stylish and put together.