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    flattery
    /ˈflat(ə)ri/

    noun

    • 1. excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one's own interests: "she allowed no hint of flattery to enter her voice"

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  2. Flattery is the act of praising someone insincerely or too eagerly to get something from them. Learn more about this word, its synonyms, idioms and translations with Cambridge Dictionary.

  3. Flattery is the act or practice of flattering, or something that flatters, such as a compliment or insincere praise. Learn more about the synonyms, examples, history, and phrases of flattery from Merriam-Webster.

  4. Flattery is excessive praise. If you're hoping to borrow your brother's car, be careful not to overdo it when you compliment his haircut, new shoes, and singing voice — he knows flattery when he sees it. As opposed to real praise, flattery is insincere and almost always has an ulterior motive.

  5. Flattery is the act of flattering or excessive, insincere praise. Learn the origin, history, and usage of the word flattery, as well as its synonyms and example sentences.

  6. 1. the act of flattering. 2. a flattering compliment or speech; excessive, insincere praise.

  7. Flattery is the act or practice of flattering, which means excessive or insincere praise. Find synonyms, antonyms, idioms, similes, and related expressions for flattery in this comprehensive online resource.

  8. Definition of flattery noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.