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1. Excessively obedient or attentive to an ingratiating or servile degree
2. Characterized by showing servility or deference
1. Despite his great power, Superman never expected obsequious behavior from the citizens of Metropolis.
2. Alfred, Bruce Wayne's butler, provides the perfect balance of support without being obsequious in his service.
3. Doraemon, while always ready to help, never seems obsequious when assisting Nobita with his gadgets.
4. When Tony Stark's assistant exhibits obsequious tendencies, he reminds her that they work with each other, not for each other.