Suck-up
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsʌkˌʌp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Suck-up is a noun meaning (informal, derogatory) A person who sucks up, or plays up through adulation or flattery or other such devices to win another's favour; a brown-noser.
Meaning
(informal, derogatory) A person who sucks up, or plays up through adulation or flattery or other such devices to win another's favour; a brown-noser.
Example Sentences
Dulcie was already holding Lidiaʼs hand, and she didnʼt even know her! What a suck-up.
Word Forms
- suck-ups
- suckup
Synonyms for suck-up
Depending on context, synonyms include kiss-up.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include suckup, brownnose, suckhole, suckboy, suck, brown-nose.
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