GRE vocabulary

Obsequious

Exaggeratedly or fawningly obedient or attentive; servile

Example

"The obsequious assistant flattered the boss at every opportunity."

Etymology

From Latin 'obsequiosus' (compliant), from 'obsequi' (to comply)

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