Sycophant
[SIH-kuh-fnt]
Hint 1.
A sycophant may try to suck value out of another person by being sickeningly sweet.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“The actress was constantly surrounded by sycophants, each of whom had their own ulterior motives.”
What is the best definition of sycophant?
A.
One who heaps attention on another and often for selfish gain
B.
One who is genuinely sweet and adoring of another person
C.
One who is obviously treacherous and should be avoided
D.
One who is charitable and often responsible for the care of others
Hint 1.
A sycophant may try to suck value out of another person by being sickeningly sweet.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“The actress was constantly surrounded by sycophants, each of whom had their own ulterior motives.”
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