suck up - Meaning in Kannada

suck up - Meaning in Kannada

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Definitions and Meaning of suck up in English

suck up verb

1. try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

   Synonyms

   bootlick, fawn, fawn, kotow, kowtow, toady, truckle

   Example

   • "He is always kowtowing to his boss"
2. take in, also metaphorically

   Synonyms

   absorb, draw, imbibe, soak up, sop up, suck, take in, take up

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   Examples

   • "She drew strength from the minister's words"
   • "The sponge absorbs water well"
3. ingratiate oneself to; often with insincere behavior

   Synonyms

   cotton up, cozy up, play up, shine up, sidle up

   Example

   • "She is playing up to the chairman"

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