1. ingratiate

verb. ['ˌɪŋˈgreɪʃiːˌeɪt'] gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts.

Rhymes with Ingratiate

• glaciate
• emaciate

Sentences with ingratiate

1. Verb, base form
If you are too effusive, the employer might see this as an attempt to ingratiate yourself.

2. Noun, singular or mass
Another helpful tactic is to *ingratiate* yourself to someone who makes the decisions.