obsequious

/ɒbsˈkiːʒəs, ɒbˈsɛkjʊəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively eager to please or obedient

“The obsequious assistant was always willing to run errands for the boss.”

2. noun

a person who is excessively eager to please or obedient

“The obsequious courtier was hated by the king’s wife.”

Synonyms

  • servile
  • sycophantic
  • toady

Antonyms

  • aloof
  • disobedient
  • independent