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ingratiate

The correct spelling is ingratiate.

How to pronounce ingratiate

/ɪnˈɡɹeɪ.ʃi.eɪt/
verb

IPA: /ɪnˈɡɹeɪ.ʃi.eɪt/

Say it like: Ing-rat-iat-e

The correct spelling is ingratiate. To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please him or her.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please him or her.
  2. 2.(followed by to) To recommend; to render easy or agreeable.

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