fawning
4 synonyms for fawning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Excessively flattering or servile in trying to win approval.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fawning
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fawning praise
fawning admirer
fawning tone
Almost always used disapprovingly.
Frequently asked questions
What does “fawning” mean?
The word “fawning” means excessively flattering or servile in trying to win approval. In plain terms, overly flattering or eager to please, in a way that seems insincere or servile.
How do you pronounce “fawning”?
“Fawning” is pronounced faw-nihng (/fɔnɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fawning” in a sentence?
Here is “fawning” used in a sentence: “The critics gave the film a fawning, uncritical review.”
What part of speech is “fawning”?
“Fawning” is an adjective.
