flattery — Excessive or insincere praise given to someone, typically to gain favor or advantage.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Excessive or insincere praise given to someone, typically to gain favor or advantage.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈflætəri/
Korean meaning: 아첨, 아부
Korean pronunciation: 플래터-리 (강세: 플래터)
Example Sentences
- The boss saw right through his employee's flattery when he asked for a raise.
- Her flattery was so thick you could cut it with a knife - 'Oh professor, you're the most brilliant teacher in the universe!'
- Politicians often use flattery to win voters' hearts during campaign season.
flattery
NOUN//ˈflætəri//
Excessive or insincere praise given to someone, typically to gain favor or advantage.
Excessive or insincere praise given to someone, typically to gain favor or advantage.
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His flattery runs like a dying battery, yet he praises the pottery!
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Origin
From 14th century Old French 'flaterie', derived from 'flater' meaning 'to stroke with the hand'. The idea comes from how you might stroke a dog to calm it - using smooth words to soothe someone.
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“The boss saw right through his employee's flattery when he asked for a raise.”
“Her flattery was so thick you could cut it with a knife - 'Oh professor, you're the most brilliant teacher in the universe!'”
“Politicians often use flattery to win voters' hearts during campaign season.”
“My cat's flattery consists of purring loudly whenever I open a can of tuna.”
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