Sycophancy
Nounचापलूसी
Definition
Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise.
Contextual Sentence: "The bureaucrat’s sycophancy earned him undeserved promotions."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think 'sick' + 'phony'—fake praise to gain favor.
Synonyms
flattery
obsequiousness
bootlicking
Antonyms
criticism
honesty
sincerity