brown-nose

• Sich bei Vorgesetzten oder einflussreichen Personen in übertrieben unterwürfiger, schmeichlerischer Weise einschmeicheln, um sich Vorteile zu verschaffen.

A verb used to describe the act of flattering or ingratiating oneself with someone in a position of authority, typically in a sycophantic or obsequious manner.

1. Flatter for personal gainC1informalamerican

   To try to gain favor or advantage by excessive flattery or sycophantic behavior, especially towards a superior.

   Sich einschmeicheln

   • He's always brown-nosing the boss to get a promotion.
   • She brown-nosed her way into the project team.
   • Stop brown-nosing and just do your job.

   Synonymebootlickcurry favorfawnflattergrovelkowtowsuck uptoadytruckle