Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

KOTOWING

(noun, verb)
Did you mean?
Also try..

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Kotowing.

Kotowing - as a noun

A former chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
kowtow16

Kotowing - as a verb

Try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Example: "He is always kowtowing to his boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootlick16fawn10kowtow16suck uptoady9truckle13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blandish14flatter10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was kotowing to his boss in order to secure a promotion."
"The politician was accused of kotowing to powerful lobbyists."
"She was tired of kotowing to her demanding parents."
"The employees were kotowing to their strict supervisor."
"He felt uncomfortable kotowing to the unreasonable demands of his customers."
View more

Word Game Points

Is KOTOWING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, kotowing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KOTOWING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is KOTOWING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, kotowing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KOTOWING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is KOTOWING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, kotowing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KOTOWING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen