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Ingratiating

To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please him or her.

📖 Definitions of "Ingratiating"

verb
  1. 1

    To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please him or her.

  2. 2

    (followed by to) To recommend; to render easy or agreeable.

adjective
  1. 1

    Which ingratiates; which attempts to bring oneself into the favour of another, often with flattery or insincerity.

    "That was an ingratiating smile."

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