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flattery

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun flattery has 1 sense
  1. flattery - excessive or insincere praise
    --1 is a kind of
    compliment
    --1 has particulars:
     adulation; blandishment, cajolery, palaver; blarney, coaxing, soft soap, sweet talk
    Derived form: verb flatter1

Definitions from the Web

Flattery

Definition

Flattery refers to excessive praise or compliments, often insincere in nature, given to someone in order to gain favor or manipulate them.

Examples

Noun - General Sense

  1. She saw through the flattery and realized they were only trying to manipulate her.
  2. Don't fall for his flattery; he is known for his insincere compliments.

Noun - Popular Sense

  1. The politician was skilled in using flattery to win over the voters.
  2. She couldn't resist the flattery of the salesman and ended up making an impulsive purchase.

Verb - General Sense

  1. He flattered his boss to secure a promotion.
  2. She flattered her friend's cooking skills, even though the dish was underseasoned.

Verb - Local Sense

  1. The salesperson flattered the customer by telling them the item suited them perfectly.
  2. He flatters his clients by always remembering their names and personal details.

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