Definition for

flattery

noun – The act of one who flatters; false, insincere, or venal praise; obsequiousness; adulation; cajolery.

noun – Synonyms Compliment, Adulation, Flattery, etc. (see adulation); sycophancy, fawning, blandishment.

noun – The act or practice of flattering; the act of pleasing by artful commendation or compliments; adulation; false, insincere, or excessive praise.

noun – Excessive praise or approval, which is often insincere and sometimes contrived to win favour.

noun – An instance of excessive praise.

noun – excessive or insincere praise

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