Multiple choice

Directions: Select one word that replaces the given expression.

A person who flatters those in position of power in on order to gain personal advantage

  1. fugitive

  2. bigot

  3. sycophant

  4. compeer

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A sycophant is a person who flatters those in power to gain personal advantage, behaving obsequiously for self-interest. A fugitive runs from law (not about flattery), a bigot is prejudiced (not about sucking up to power), and a compeer is an equal or companion (not about power dynamics).

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