Meaning of the word ingratiate in English

What does ingratiate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ingratiate

US /ɪŋˈɡreɪ.ʃiː.eɪt/
UK /ɪŋˈɡreɪ.ʃiː.eɪt/

Verb

1.

to make someone like you by praising or trying to please them:

Example:
He's always trying to ingratiate himself with his boss.
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