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The word sycophant entered the English and French languages in the mid-16th century, and originally had the same meaning in English and French (sycophante) as in Greek, a false accuser. Today, in Greek and French it retains the original meaning. [11] The meaning in English has changed over time, however, and came to mean an insincere flatterer.
Running dog is a pejorative term for an unprincipled person who helps or flatters those who are more powerful and often evil. It is a literal translation of the Chinese pejorative 走狗 (pinyin: zǒugǒu), meaning a yes-man or lackey, and is derived from the tendency of dogs to follow after humans in hopes of receiving food scraps.
Nefarious is a 2023 American independent Christian horror-thriller film written and directed by Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman, based on Steve Deace's 2016 novel A Nefarious Plot.
A gambling, villainous sycophant of Sir Mulberry Hawk. Chuzzlewit, Anthony Brother of old Martin Chuzzlewit and father of Jonas Chuzzlewit. Greedy and tight-fisted business man who breeds these same qualities into his son, Jonas, who tries to poison him for his trouble in Martin Chuzzlewit.
For further definition, look no further than Sydney Sweeney, who was truly the epitome of chic as she stepped out in New York City last night. TheStewartofNY.
Only 4% of U.S. pet owners currently insure their pets, often due to persistent myths about how these policies work. Separate fact from fiction around pet policies — and how they can save you a ...
Sycophant, toady or someone who attempts to curry favour with another (from the idea of licking another's backside). [68] buff 1. Bare skin, naked as in 'in the buff'. [69] 2. Having a lean, muscular physique (usually referring to a young man). [70] bugger anal sex but in slang terms can be used : 1.
“Love Is Blind” Season 7 star Ashley Adionser has announced that she and husband Tyler Francis have broken up after marrying on the show.