n. [ Cf. L. sycophantia deceit, Gr. &unr_; false accusation. ] The character or characteristic of a sycophant. Hence: - [ 1913 Webster ]
(a) False accusation; calumniation; talebearing. [ Obs. ] Bp. Hall. [ 1913 Webster ]
(b) Obsequious flattery; servility. [ 1913 Webster ]
The sycophancy of A.Philips had prejudiced Mr. Addison against Pope. Bp. Warburton. [ 1913 Webster ]