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FAWNING

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There are 8 meanings of the word Fawning.

Fawning - as an adjective satellite

Attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootlicking20obsequious21sycophantic23toadyish15

Attempting to win favor by flattery

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootlicking20sycophantic23toadyish15

Fawning - as a verb

To give birth to a fawn.

To exhibit affection or attempt to please.

To seek favour by flattery and obsequious behaviour (with on or upon).

(of a dog) to show devotion or submissiveness by wagging its tail, nuzzling, licking, etc.

Fawning - as a noun

Servile flattery.

Fawning - as an adjective

Seeking favor by way of flattery; flattering, servile.

Example Sentences

"She saw her fawning fans waiting outside the stage door."
"The child received a fawning compliment about her art skills."
"The TV show depicted a fawning interviewer who was trying to please the celebrity."
"He greeted the CEO with a fawning smile."
"The politician surrounded himself with fawning supporters."
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Word Game Points

Is FAWNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fawning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FAWNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is FAWNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fawning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FAWNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is FAWNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fawning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FAWNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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