Correct Answer: Sycophant

Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

Explanation :

A sycophant is someone who uses excessive flattery, praise, or bootlicking to gain favour or advantage from a person in authority. This term specifically captures the idea of someone who seeks to ingratiate himself with others through insincere praise or admiration.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Gold-digger refers to someone who forms relationships with others, typically for financial gain.
• Gregarious describes someone who is sociable and enjoys the company of others.
• Manipulative refers to someone who skilfully influences or controls others, often with a negative connotation.