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flattering

/ˈflætəɹɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Adjective, Verb

    Complimenting or praising someone in a way that pleases or flatters their ego.

    - "Your new hairstyle looks really flattering on you."
    - "The flattering comments from the audience made the actor feel confident."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈflætəɹɪŋ/



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Antonyms

unbecoming , unflattering
Synonyms

flattery , soft sawder , becoming
Rhymes
Words rhyming with flattering
Stuttering , Uttering , Guttering , Scuttering , Nuttering
Homophones
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  1. Flatulating (English) : Releasing intestinal gas from the rectum.


Variants
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flattering , flatteringly , flatter , flattered , flatterer , flatterers , flatters , self-flattering
Forms
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Flatteringly, Flatteringness


Etymology
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From Old French 'flater' meaning 'to deceive, to flatter, to blow'.


Trivia
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  1. Flattering is an essential part of human communication and can significantly impact individuals' self-esteem and relationships.

  2. The ancient Greeks believed that flattering words could protect against evil and bring good fortune.

  3. Flattering is not only important in personal relationships but also in business and professional settings.


Related Concepts
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  1. Compliment: A statement or expression that expresses praise or admiration for someone or something.

  2. Ego: A person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance.


Culture
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Flattering is an essential part of human interaction and communication. It is used to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create a positive atmosphere. Flattering has been extensively used in literature, art, and music, often portraying the power of compliments and their impact on individuals.

How to Memorize "flattering"

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    - Visualize someone receiving a flattering compliment. Imagine their reaction and how it makes them feel.
    - Imagine yourself giving a flattering compliment to someone and see their reaction.

  2. associate

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    - Associate the word 'flattering' with building confidence and strengthening relationships.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'F-L-A-T-T-E-R-I-N-G': Flattering is an essential part of interaction and communication.


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