ingratiate

(in-gra-ti-ate) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to gain favor or approval by pleasing someone.

He attempted to ingratiate himself with his teacher by helping after class.

Students often ingratiate themselves with teachers.

flatter; curry favor; charm

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