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Person Timeserver Shapes Conduct Conform Opinions Times Power

Word timeserver
Definition a person who shapes his or her conduct to conform to the opinions of the times or to please those in power, especially for selfish ends ; toady; <br>a person who makes very little effort at work because they are waiting to leave or retire.
Example If , as you say , we are timeservers, Comrade Chenyi, then don't extend your hand to me.

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