- Those kids are all suck-ups. They’re all volunteering to take notes for the teacher.
Suck-up
noun; slang
The act of trying to get ahead by doing anything. Usually looked down upon because he/she is acting like a slave.
Etymology : A metaphor for sucking, like attaching. Suck-ups are the noun form used to describe individuals who enjoy attaching to things to excel in their environment.
Source : 2005. In 5th grade after seeing people always raise their hands in class.
Last modified: 25 November 2013