verb
ingratiate
Ingratiate (verb) means to bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them; to insinuate oneself; to worm one's way in.
verb
1
To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them; to insinuate oneself; to worm one's way in.
2
To recommend; to render easy or agreeable.
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Etymology
First attested in 1622. From Italian ingraziare or Medieval Latin *ingratiatus, from Latin in grātiam (“for the favor of”).
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What is the meaning of ingratiate?
"ingratiate" (verb) means to bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them; to insinuate oneself; to worm one's way in.
What are the different meanings of ingratiate?
"ingratiate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them; to insinuate oneself; to worm one's way in; 2. To recommend; to render easy or agreeable.