OBSEQUIOUS
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Obsequious.
How to pronounce obsequious:
US
Obsequious - as an adjective satellite
Attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootlickingfawningsycophantictoadyishAttentive in an ingratiating or servile manner
Example: "Obsequious shop assistants"
Obsequious - as an adjective
Obedient; compliant with someone else's orders or wishes.
Excessively eager and attentive to please or to obey instructions; fawning, subservient, servile.
Of or pertaining to obsequies, funereal.
Example Sentences
"He is always obsequious to his boss in hopes of getting a promotion."
"The obsequious waiter was constantly hovering around our table."
"She received so much flattery and obsequious attention after her performance."
"The obsequious salesman followed us around the store, practically begging us to buy something."
"The politician was known for his obsequious behavior towards the party leaders."
Word Game Points
Is OBSEQUIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obsequious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OBSEQUIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is OBSEQUIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obsequious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOBSEQUIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is OBSEQUIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obsequious is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOBSEQUIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
