Meaning of the word sycophant in English

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

sycophant

US /ˈsɪk.ə.fænt/
UK /ˈsɪk.ə.fænt/

Noun

a person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage

Example:
He's nothing but a sycophant, always praising the boss to get ahead.
The politician was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with his every word.
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