Choose the option which <strong>BEST</strong> replaces the given group of words.<br>The practice of gaining advantage through flattery or excessive compliance

  1. A. Equivocation
  2. B. Normativity
  3. C. Consequentialism
  4. D. Sycophancy ✓

Correct Answer: D. Sycophancy

Explanation

'Sycophancy' refers to obsequious behaviour towards someone important in order to gain a personal advantage.

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