OBSEQUIOUS
Adjectiveचापलूस, खुशामदी, दासवत
Definition
Excessively compliant or deferential toward someone in a position of power, typically in a servile or sycophantic manner
Contextual Sentence: "The obsequious behavior of some subordinates in bureaucratic hierarchies undermines institutional objectivity."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): OBSEQUI sounds like 'obey' - excessively obedient and submissive to authority figures
Synonyms
sycophantic
servile
fawning
subservient
toadyish
Antonyms
assertive
domineering
imperious
proud
dominating