kriecherisch — meaning in English
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English meaning
- fawning adj Excessively flattering or servile in trying to win approval.
- obsequious adjective Excessively eager to please or obey, in a way that seems insincere and self-serving.
- smarmy adjective Excessively flattering or ingratiating in an insincere, oily way.
- sycophantic adj Behaving in a flattering way to please someone, usually for your own benefit.
Senses
kriecherisch is used for these senses in English:
- fawning Seeking favor by way of flattery; flattering, servile.
- obsequious Excessively eager and attentive to please or to obey instructions; fawning, subservient, servile.
- smarmy Falsely earnest, smug, ingratiating, or pious.
- sycophantic Excessively eager to please, especially for personal gain; obsequious, flattering.
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