What is the antonym of "Sycophantic"?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: Independent
Explanation:
• Sycophantic describes someone who excessively flatters or behaves subserviently toward powerful people to gain personal advantage.
• Independent means self-reliant, acting on one's own judgment, and free from the control or excessive influence of others, making it the direct antonym.
• Example: Rather than adopting a sycophantic attitude toward his superiors, Rohit remained independent in his opinions.WordMeaningSubmissiveYielding to the will or authority of others.FawningDisplaying exaggerated flattery or affection.FlatteringPraising insincerely to win favor.