bootlickers

[US]/buːtˈlɪkərz/
[UK]/bo͞otˈlɪkərZ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.People who excessively flatter or obey someone in a position of power to gain favor.

Example Sentences

some people are just bootlickers, always trying to please their bosses.

in a corporate environment, bootlickers often get ahead unfairly.

he surrounded himself with bootlickers to maintain his power.

bootlickers rarely speak their minds, fearing repercussions.

it's frustrating to work with bootlickers who lack integrity.

bootlickers thrive in environments where flattery is rewarded.

people often resent bootlickers for their lack of authenticity.

he was known as a bootlicker, always agreeing with the boss.

bootlickers can create a toxic work environment.

many bootlickers will do anything to get a promotion.

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