How to Pronounce "obsequious"
word
əbˈsikwiəs
ub-SEE-kwee-uhs
ɒbsˈɛkwɪəs
ob-SEK-wi-uhs
Definition
Too eager to please or obey someone, often in a way that seems insincere or excessive.
IPA Transcription
American English
əbˈsikwiəs
British English
ɒbsˈɛkwɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ub-SEE-kwee-uhs
UK
ob-SEK-wi-uhs
Listen in Context
He gave an obsequious smile to his boss.
The waiter's obsequious attention made us uncomfortable.
She always uses an obsequious tone when talking to her teacher.
You don’t have to be so obsequious just to get a promotion.