ingratiating
/ɪnˈɡreɪʃiˌeɪtɪŋ/
adjective
- Intended to gain approval or favor; overly pleasant or flattering.
- She gave an ingratiating compliment to the boss, hoping for a promotion.
- The salesperson's ingratiating tone felt fake and pushy.
- His ingratiating smile made everyone suspicious of his motives.