Meaning of the word fulsome in English

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fulsome

US /ˈfʊl.səm/
UK /ˈfʊl.səm/

Adjective

excessively or unpleasantly complimentary; obsequious

Example:
Her colleagues were embarrassed by her fulsome praise of the boss.
The politician's speech was filled with fulsome promises that no one believed.