Meaning of the word obsequious in English

What does obsequious mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

obsequious

US /əbˈsiː.kwi.əs/
UK /əbˈsiː.kwi.əs/

Adjective

obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree

Example:
The waiter was almost embarrassingly obsequious.
She's constantly surrounded by obsequious assistants.