Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brown-nose
verb
/ˈbraʊnˌnoʊz/
Definition
To try too hard to please someone in a position of authority, often in a sycophantic manner.
Examples
- He always brown-noses the boss to get better assignments.
- She was accused of brown-nosing after giving the manager excessive compliments.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who flatters or ingratiates themselves with superiors to gain favor or advantage.
Synonyms
- flatter
- fawn
- ingratiate
- kiss up
