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Definition of fawning

fawning

/ˈfɔː.nɪŋ/
fawn · ing
Adverb:fawningly
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fawning Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Displaying exaggerated flattery or affection, typically in an obsequious or servile way to gain favor.

Example

"The celebrity quickly grew tired of the fawning assistants who agreed with everything he said."

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• noun

1

The act or behavior of showing servile flattery or excessive deference to win approval.

Example

"The executive valued honest feedback far more than the constant fawning of ambitious subordinates."

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• Rhymes for fawning

• Nearby Words

fawkes
fawn
fawner
fawning
fawningly
fax
faxable

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'fawn', which comes from Old English 'fagnian' meaning 'to rejoice' or 'be glad' (originally used of a dog wagging its tail in delight), sharing a root with 'fain' rather than the noun for a young deer.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fawning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fawning
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