Sycophancy /(?)/

Syc·o·phan·cy

Sycophancy

n.
  1. The character or characteristic of a sycophant.
  2. False accusation; calumniation; talebearing. [Obs.]
  3. Obsequious flattery; servility.
    The sycophancy of A.Philips had prejudiced Mr. Addison against Pope.