Lickspittle is a derogatory term for someone who excessively complies with a superior or authority figure, often to gain favor or advantage. Some synonyms for this word include sycophant, toady, flatterer, bootlicker, and brownnoser. These words describe individuals who are willing to compromise their integrity and dignity for the sake of pleasing others. Other related terms include yes-man, apple-polisher, and groveler. While these words are often used to describe individuals who behave subserviently in professional or political contexts, they can also be applied to personal relationships where someone is overly accommodating or ingratiating to a partner or friend.