Definition of flattery Flattery

/flæˈtɚi/ - [flateree] - flat•ter•y

We found 7 definitions of flattery from 6 different sources.

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What does flattery mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: flatteries

flattery - excessive or insincere praise
  compliment a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration
  adulation servile flattery; exaggerated and hypocritical praise
  cajolery, blandishment, palaver the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery
  blarney, coaxing, sweet talk, soft soap flattery designed to gain favor
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • flattery (v. t.)
    The act or practice of flattering; the act of pleasing by artiful commendation or compliments; adulation; false, insincere, or excessive praise.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • flattery
    Flattery intended to persuade.

Foolish DictionaryThe Foolish Dictionary 🤡

  • flattery
    Cologne water, to be smelled of but not swallowed.

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