toady

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage
  2. verb try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Etymology

From a shortening of toadeater + -y.

In classic literature

Synonyms

sycophant, crawler, lackey, ass-kisser

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