What is another word for bootlickers?
Pronunciation: [bˈuːtlɪkəz] (IPA) 
"Bootlickers" is a colloquial term used to refer to individuals who obsequiously flatter or behave subserviently towards someone in a position of power or authority. Other synonyms for bootlickers include sycophants, toadies, brown-nosers, lackeys, flatterers, and yes-men. These synonyms convey the sense of individuals who kowtow to authority figures to gain favor or advantage. The term "bootlicker" is often used derisively to indicate a lack of integrity and a willingness to compromise values for personal gain. Regardless of the term used, the behavior of bootlickers highlights the importance of individual autonomy and the need to cultivate genuine relationships based on mutual respect and reciprocity.
