
fawning
/ˈfɔnɪŋ/
displaying exaggerated flattery or affection
fawning in a sentence
“The fawning waiter anticipated their every need.”
Origin of fawning
Old English fagnian to rejoice, related to fægen glad, later meaning to show affection like a dog
Related Words
idolize
to admire, revere, or love greatly or excessively
effusive
expressing feelings of gratitude or pleasure in an unrestrained way
laudatory
expressing praise and commendation
fulsome
complimentary or flattering to an excessive degree
panegyric
a public speech or text in praise of someone or something
encomium
a speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly