yes-man

noun
UK: /ˈjes mæn/
US: /ˈjes mæn/

  1. A person who always agrees with their leader or boss, often to gain approval.

    1. He's a real yes-man, agreeing with everything the boss says.
    2. The manager surrounded himself with yes-men who would never challenge his decisions.

Synonyms

sycophant toady

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "yes-man" is /ˈjes mæn/ in British English and /ˈjes mæn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "yes-man": sycophant, toady.

Example usage of "yes-man": "He's a real yes-man, agreeing with everything the boss says.". More examples on the page.