flattery
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.flat·tery
noun \ˈfla-tə-rē\ plural flat·ter·ies
Definition of FLATTERY
1
a : the act or practice of flattering b (1) : something that flatters (2) : insincere or excessive praise
2
obsolete : a pleasing self-deception
See Examples of FLATTERY
- He tried to win his teacher's favor with flattery.
- <a talk show host who is known for charming her guests with disingenuous flattery>
First Known Use of FLATTERY
14th century
Related to FLATTERY
- Synonyms
- adulation, blarney, butter, flannel [British], incense, overpraise, soft soap, sweet talk, taffy
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