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INGRATIATE

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Ingratiate.

How to pronounce ingratiate:

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Ingratiate - as a verb

Gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
control9keep in linemanipulate14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He tried to ingratiate himself with his boss by constantly complimenting her."
"She attempted to ingratiate herself into the group by offering to help."
"The politician tried to ingratiate himself with voters by promising lower taxes."
"The new employee tried to ingratiate himself with his colleagues by bringing in donuts."
"She ingratiated herself with her in-laws by hosting a family gathering."
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Word Game Points

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

INGRATIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is INGRATIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ingratiate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INGRATIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is INGRATIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ingratiate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INGRATIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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