Synonyms of ass-kissing
12 similar words
Another word for ass-kissing is ass-licking. Other synonyms of ass-kissing are kiss-assing, carny, flattery, incense and adulation.
Synonyms and similar words for ass-kissing
nounThe practice of kissing ass; flattery; obsequious behavior.
- ass-licking
- kiss-assing
- carny dialectalFlattery.
- flattery
- incense figuratively
- adulationFlattery; fulsome praise.
- blandishmentOften in the plural form blandishments: a flattering speech or action designed to influence or persuade.
- gloze
- hoomalimaliFlattery; soft-soap.
- soft sawderCajoling or flattery.
- sycophancy
- sooth obsolete
Meaning of ass-kissing
- noun The practice of kissing ass; flattery; obsequious behavior.
- adjective Obsequious; sycophantic.
Questions about synonyms of ass-kissing
- What is another word for ass-kissing?
- Ass-kissing has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as ass-licking, kiss-assing, carny, flattery, incense, adulation, blandishment and gloze.
- What does ass-kissing mean?
- Ass-kissing means the practice of kissing ass; flattery; obsequious behavior.
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