noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:As a lackie, Tom quickly rose in the ranks by telling his boss what he wanted to hear.

Definition:An individual who flatters and caters to a person in authority, often for personal gain.

From a lackie

Example:The servile lackies gathered around him, hoping to gain favor through their flattering behavior.

Definition:Flatterers who are submissive and act in a very deferential manner towards people in higher positions as a form of flattery.

From servile lackies

Example:The toady lackies were always trying to win his approval through their flattering words and actions.

Definition:Those who grovel and flatter excessively to gain some advantage or to improve their standing.

From toady lackies