sycophant
noun
a self-seeking, servile flatterer; fawning parasite.
sycophants
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pluralof sycophant.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Instead, reporters sat in their black-tie attire and behaved like sycophants.
From Salon ● Jul. 29, 2026
Most factors, except a significant one: Moreno’s ownership incompetence has been facilitated by the group of sycophants he has apparently surrounded himself with.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
The new boss will want to make a mark—almost any mark will do—to intimidate top performers and encourage sycophants.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
The consequences of replacing judicious and seasoned advisers with sycophants should have been a surprise to no one.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
Around him was a raucous entourage of assistants, sycophants, distant relatives and assorted hangers-on.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
