🤗ingratiate

verb
/ɪnˈɡreɪʃiˌeɪt/

Meaning

To gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a flattering way.

Example Sentences

She tried to ingratiate herself with her boss by complimenting him often.

Example Expressions

ingratiate oneself with

Synonyms

flatter, charm, curry favor, appease, win over

Antonyms

offend, alienate, repel

Collocations

ingratiate oneself, ingratiate with boss, ingratiate to authority

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