flatter (Meaning)
flatter (v)
praise somewhat dishonestly
flatter (n.)
One who, or that which, makes flat or flattens.
A flat-faced fulling hammer.
A drawplate with a narrow, rectangular orifice, for drawing flat strips, as watch springs, etc.
flatter (v. t.)
To treat with praise or blandishments; to gratify or attempt to gratify the self-love or vanity of, esp. by artful and interested commendation or attentions; to blandish; to cajole; to wheedle.
To raise hopes in; to encourage or favorable, but sometimes unfounded or deceitful, representations.
To portray too favorably; to give a too favorable idea of; as, his portrait flatters him.
flatter (v. i.)
To use flattery or insincere praise.
Synonyms & Antonyms of flatter
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flatter Sentence Examples
- She always tried to flatter her boss in order to get a promotion.
- The politician flattered the voters with empty promises.
- The salesperson flattered the customer to increase their chances of making a sale.
- She was flattered by his compliments, even though she knew he was just trying to win her over.
- The businessman flattered the potential investor in order to secure a deal.
- The actor flattered the director in order to get a role in the upcoming movie.
- The student flattered the teacher in order to get a good grade on the exam.
- The child flattered the parents in order to get a new toy.
- The politician flattered the media in order to get more coverage for their campaign.
- The employee flattered the boss in order to get a raise.
FAQs About the word flatter
praise somewhat dishonestlyOne who, or that which, makes flat or flattens., A flat-faced fulling hammer., A drawplate with a narrow, rectangular orifice, for dr
congratulate, stroke, cajole, coax, applaud, puff,commend, praise, overpraise, butter up
decry, disparage,disparage, decry, depreciate, put down, belittle, put down, belittle, depreciate
She always tried to flatter her boss in order to get a promotion.
The politician flattered the voters with empty promises.
The salesperson flattered the customer to increase their chances of making a sale.
She was flattered by his compliments, even though she knew he was just trying to win her over.
