1. excessively eager to please or obey someone important; servile
Usage: often implies insincerity or self-interest

Examples

• The obsequious waiter hovered around the celebrity’s table all evening.
• His obsequious behavior toward the boss made his colleagues uncomfortable.
• She found his obsequious compliments annoying and insincere.
• The politician’s obsequious manner with wealthy donors was widely criticized.
• Rather than being obsequious, she spoke honestly about the company’s problems.
• The obsequious assistant agreed with everything the manager said.
• His obsequious tone suggested he wanted something in return for his flattery.