noun
- Plural of flunkyism; instances or practices of servile, obsequious, or sycophantic behavior; the quality or conduct of a flunky or lackey.
Usage: informal; often pejorative; typically used in political or social criticism
Examples
- The politician's flunkyisms were evident in how he constantly praised his boss without question.
- Corporate flunkyisms often reward those who agree with management rather than those who innovate.
- She refused to engage in the flunkyisms expected of junior staff members.
- The office was rife with flunkyisms as employees competed to appear most loyal to the director.
- His flunkyisms made him unpopular with colleagues who valued honest debate.