noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

toady, sycophant, yes-man

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Example Sentences

Example:He was just a toady, trying to win favor by being the ultimate brownnoser.

Definition:A person who flatters others in order to gain advantages, such as a promotion or praise.

From toady

Example:The politician was surrounded by a pack of sycophants, all eager to be the brownnoser who received the most attention.

Definition:A servile flatterer or toady, often blandly insincere in the praise offered.

From sycophant

Example:He became the yes-man of the team, bent on being the brownnoser with the best attitude to get ahead.

Definition:A person who always supports or agrees with others, in order to please them or gain their approval.

From yes-man