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