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Fawning
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Simple meaning
What does Fawning mean?
fawning means flattering too much to gain favor
Dictionary definition
Showing too much praise, attention, or obedience to gain approval.
Example sentences
Fawning in a sentence
easy
The fawning speech sounded fake.
medium
His fawning behavior annoyed the group.
hard
The story uses fawning servants to show how power can affect honesty.
Synonyms
Words like Fawning
flatteringGiving praise, sometimes too much.
servileToo eager to obey or please.
Antonyms
Opposite words
independentNot controlled by others.
honestTruthful rather than falsely pleasing.
Word family
Fawning word family
Base word
fawning
adjective
fawn
To flatter or seek favor.
adjective
fawned
Flattered too much in the past.
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Practice 1
What does fawning mean?
Fawning means flattering too much to gain favor.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fawning?
Flattering is close in meaning to fawning in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fawning?
Independent contrasts with fawning.
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