Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word / words.
I do not want you to lead a life of sycophancy as you did during the foreign rule.

admiration

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love

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appreciation

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flattery

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Solution

The correct option is A flattery
'Sycophancy' means obsequious behaviour towards someone important in order to gain an advantage. Option D, 'flattery', which means excessive and insincere praise, is the correct word is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Options A, B and C are incorrect because 'admiration' means respect and warm approval, 'love' means a strong liking and 'appreciation' means a sense of gratitude or enjoyment.

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