LICKSPITTLE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Lickspittle.
How to pronounce lickspittle:
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Lickspittle - as a noun
A fawning toady; a base sycophant.
(by extension) the practice of giving empty flattery for personal gain.
Lickspittle - as a verb
To play the toady; take the role of a lickspittle to please (someone).
Example Sentences
"He was known as the boss's lickspittle, always flattering and praising him."
"The politician surrounded himself with a group of lickspittles who would do anything he asked."
"She couldn't stand his lickspittle behavior, always trying to please everyone."
"The celebrity had a team of lickspittle followers who believed everything he said."
"The manager's lickspittle would never challenge his decisions."
Word Game Points
Is LICKSPITTLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lickspittle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LICKSPITTLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is LICKSPITTLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lickspittle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLICKSPITTLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is LICKSPITTLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lickspittle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLICKSPITTLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.