Sentences

sycophant in a sentence

n.

Definition

A sycophant is a person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage or favor.

Sample Sentences

  1. The sycophant flattered the manager in hopes of receiving a promotion.
  2. In the political arena, a sycophant often undermines genuine leadership with empty praise.
  3. She quickly realized that surrounding herself with sycophants would only hinder her growth.
  4. The sycophant's compliments were transparent, leaving everyone else in the room uncomfortable.
  5. Despite his intelligence, he remained a sycophant, sacrificing integrity for approval.
  6. The sycophant always seemed to know just what to say to win the favor of the boss.
  7. In a room full of sycophants, genuine opinions were hard to come by.
  8. She quickly realized that his flattering words were those of a sycophant rather than a true friend.
  9. The politician surrounded himself with sycophants who would agree with him no matter what.
  10. Despite his charm, many saw him as nothing more than a sycophant seeking personal gain.
  11. The sycophant flattered the boss relentlessly in hopes of receiving a promotion.
  12. She could always spot a sycophant from a distance, eager to ingratiate themselves with the powerful.
  13. His reputation as a sycophant made it difficult for others to trust his motives.
  14. Rather than speak the truth, he chose to act like a sycophant, hoping to win favor.

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