ingratiation

Definitions of ingratiation
  1. noun
    the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
    synonyms: insinuation
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    type of:
    blandishment, wheedling
    the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery
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