Definition of kowtow

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • kowtow is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • kowtow is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • kowtow is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of kowtow


  • bend the knees and bow in a servile manner (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. genuflect
    2. scrape
  • a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. kotow
  • try to gain favor by cringing or flattering (verb)

    Examples

    1. He is always kowtowing to his boss

    Synonyms

    1. bootlick
    2. fawn
    3. kotow
    4. suck up
    5. toady
    6. truckle

See definition of kowtow in Merriam Webster