Verb
- 1. ingratiate, manipulate, keep in line, control
- usage: gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts
Adjective
- 1. ingratiating, pleasing (vs. displeasing)
- usage: capable of winning favor; "with open arms and an ingratiating smile"
- 2. ingratiating, insinuating, ingratiatory, flattering (vs. unflattering)
- usage: calculated to please or gain favor; "a smooth ingratiating manner"
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