grovel Meaning, pronunciation, usage in a sentence, synonyms, ...

/ˈɡrɒvəl/

Main Example

He had to grovel to get his job back.

Grammatical Info:

Verb (v.)

To act in a very submissive or humble way to gain favor or forgiveness.

Other Example

She had to grovel for his forgiveness after the argument.

They watched him grovel to the manager for a second chance.

I won't grovel for anyone's approval.

grovel for forgiveness

grovel to someone

grovel at someone's feet

fawn

flatter

humble oneself

/ˈɡrɒvəl/

Main Example

The dog began to grovel when it saw its owner.

Grammatical Info:

Verb (v.)

To lie or crawl on the ground in a way that shows great humility or submission.

Other Example

/ˈɡrɒvəl/

Main Example

His grovel was embarrassing to watch.

Grammatical Info:

Noun (n.)

An act of groveling or showing excessive humility.

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