Definition
outfawning
verb
- to surpass or exceed in fawning; to show more excessive flattery or servile behavior than someone else
Usage: present participle or gerund form of 'outfawn'; literary or formal usage
adjective
- characterized by or displaying excessive flattery or servile behavior that surpasses that of others
Usage: literary or formal usage
Examples
- The courtiers were outfawning each other in their praise of the king.
- His outfawning remarks seemed designed only to gain favor.
- She found their outfawning behavior both amusing and tiresome.
- The politician's supporters engaged in outfawning displays of loyalty.
- He accused his rival of outfawning him with insincere compliments.
- Their outfawning tone made it clear they wanted something in return.