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grovel
This term conveys a strong sense of degradation and loss of dignity. It describes a state of extreme submission where the individual lowers themselves physically or socially to appease a superior. The connotation is overwhelmingly negative, suggesting a lack of self-respect or a desperate attempt to avoid punishment.
While it can describe the literal act of crawling on the floor, it is more frequently used to describe psychological subservience. It differs from simple apologizing by implying a pathetic, exaggerated level of humility designed to manipulate or beg for mercy.
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I will not grovel to a man who has no respect for his employees.
Please forgive me for my mistake and I will do whatever you want.
He spent the entire afternoon groveling for his boss's forgiveness.
The defeated soldiers were forced to grovel in the dirt before the conqueror.
I cannot believe I am actually groveling just to get my job back.
The servant began to grovel on the floor as the king entered the room.
She refused to grovel for a promotion she had already earned through hard work.