Meaning & use
fawned
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Displayed exaggerated flattery or affection toward someone, typically to gain favor.
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The assistant fawned over every word the celebrity said.
Junior staff fawned over the new CEO on his first day.
A note on using this word
Originally described a dog's affectionate behavior toward its owner, such as wagging its tail, before extending to obsequious human behavior.
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