ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Obsequiously

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Obsequiously is an adverb meaning In an obsequious manner.

Meaning

In an obsequious manner.

Example Sentences

Whilſt I a while obſequiouſly lament The vntimely fall of vertuous Lancaſter:[…]
“This way, Monsieur,” he said, and led the way up the broad, marble staircase. In another moment he had opened a door, and, drawing aside a heavy curtain, obsequiously bowed Tarzan into a dimly lighted apartment. Then Jacques vanished.
I gnashed my teeth upon him with a gust of devilish fury; and the smile withered from his face—happily for him—yet more happily for myself, for in another instant I had certainly dragged him from his perch. At the inn, as I entered, I looked about me with so black a countenance as made the attendants tremble; not a look did they exchange in my presence; but obsequiously took my orders, led me to a private room, and brought me wherewithal to write.

Synonyms for obsequiously

Depending on context, synonyms include fawningly, subserviently, servilely.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include servilely, subserviently, unobsequiously, obeisantly, obediently, sycophantly.

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