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flatter Definition and Meaning in English (flatter definition)

verb
Synonyms:praisebutter upadulate
Quick Answer • Definition

Flatter definition: To praise someone excessively and insincerely, often to gain favor or advantage.

Definitions of Flatter

  1. 1verb

    To praise someone excessively and insincerely, often to gain favor or advantage.

  2. 2verb

    To make someone feel pleased and honored by saying nice things about them.

Example Sentences

casual

“He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion.”

casual

“Don't flatter yourself; you're not that important.”

casual

“Her kind words flattered him, making him feel more confident.”

Synonyms

praisebutter upadulatefawncompliment

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Inflected Word Forms

past participleflattered
present participleflattering
agent nounflatterer
adverbflatteringly

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Flatter definition: To praise someone excessively and insincerely, often to gain favor or advantage.
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'Flatter' translates to 'flatter' in English. Flatter definition: To praise someone excessively and insincerely, often to gain favor or advantage.
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