Associations to the word «Ingratiate»

Wiktionary

INGRATIATE, verb. (reflexive) To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please him or her.
INGRATIATE, verb. (followed by to) To recommend; to render easy or agreeable.

Dictionary definition

INGRATIATE, verb. Gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley