How do you pronounce obsequious?

obsequious is pronounced as /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/.

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obsequious

🙇obsequious (obséquieux)

adjective

/əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

servile (servile)

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Signification

Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.

Traduction de la signification

Excessivement obéissant ou attentionné de manière soumise.

Phrases d'exemple

The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.

Le serveur fit une révérence servile à chaque client.

Synonymes

servile, sycophantic, fawning, submissive

Antonymes

assertive, independent

Collocations

obsequious behavior, obsequious smile, obsequious attention

Vocabulaires connexes

bilateral (bilatéral)

An agreement or relationship between two parties that is mutual, two-sided, or reciprocal.

frustrating (frustrant)

causing annoyance or dissatisfaction

magisterial (magistériel)

Having the characteristics of a master or authority; commanding and dignified.

desultory (désordonné)

lacking a clear plan, purpose, or enthusiasm

menial (mineur)

Not requiring much skill and lacking prestige.

palestinian (palestinien)

relating to Palestine or its people

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