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adulate
This term describes a form of praise that has crossed the line into excessive or servile devotion. It carries a strong negative connotation, suggesting that the admiration is uncritical, blind, or intended to gain favor rather than to express genuine appreciation. It is most frequently used in contexts involving celebrity culture, political sycophancy, or power dynamics where the praised party holds significant influence.
Because the word implies a lack of objectivity, it is often contrasted with "admire" or "respect." While admiration is based on merit, adulation is characterized by an exaggerated, almost religious fervor that ignores the flaws of the subject. It is a formal word, typically found in literary criticism, historical accounts, or sociological analyses of fandom.
Meanings
Examples
The young courtiers continued to adulate the king in hopes of gaining a title.
Stop trying to adulate me just because you want a promotion.
It is dangerous to adulate a leader to the point of ignoring their flaws.
Why do people adulate celebrities who do not even know they exist?
The cult members adulated their guru as if he were a living god.
I cannot stand the way some employees adulate the boss to get ahead.
She felt a strange urge to adulate the mysterious stranger who had saved her.
He does not want people to adulate him; he prefers honest criticism.