FLATTERER Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

flatter

verb

ˈfla-tər

Definition of flatter

as in to commend

to praise too much the billionaire has an army of assistants who are eager to flatter him at every opportunity

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as in to pride

to think highly of (oneself) don't flatter yourself that no one has ever thought of that idea before

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Recent Examples of flatter Kotsay didn’t have flattering things to say about his outing afterwards. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 After the halftime siren, his kickpass to Williams set up a try for Jesse Kriel and a 19-0 lead that flattered Wales. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 It’s designed with a delicate open round toe that flatters the feet. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 July 2026 They were so thoroughly outplayed that the eventual 2-0 scoreline actually flattered them. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for flatter

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In the comments, passengers were quick to commend the crew’s quick decision-making.

— Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
But others also commended her for protecting Barron, even if that means protecting him from those close to him.

— StyleCaster Editors, StyleCaster, 21 July 2026

Definition of commend

Verb

The company prides itself on its engineering prowess and ability to make vacuums that offer deep-cleaning suction capabilities without sacrificing other important features, namely a compact size and a modern, streamlined appearance.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
The instructor prided himself on checking in with his students.

— Min Jin Lee, New Yorker, 19 July 2026

Definition of pride

Verb

Her voice, languid and honeyed, can glide over sensual R&B, bouncing reggaetón, shimmering pop or nostalgic jazz.

— Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2025
Those harmonies — simultaneously honeyed and gravelly, providing just enough support without overshadowing, yet so powerful and full of potential — echoes Whitten.

— Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024

Definition of honey

Verb

Her mother in Kearney, Francesca Gambino Brown, congratulated her on social media last week as Brown prepares for the upcoming football season.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026
The sibling duo, locked in a hug, then headed up through the stands together as others congratulated Yamal on Spain’s win.

— Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Definition of congratulate

Verb

Videos from Xinhua show the knobby-kneed newborn resting on straw, being stroked and examined by scientists in white coats.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Leaders do not have the luxury of sitting in the corner contemplating their feelings or hoping someone will stroke their egos.

— Chris Adams, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of stroke

Verb

The result is sometimes overpraising, overprotection, and overindulging children, mixing emotional intensity with economic privilege in ways that breed entitlement.

— Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
As in the case of that picture, East of Eden is backed up by masterful screen storytelling that can hardly be overpraised and is complicated by no message that can be termed controversial.

— Jack Moffitt, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Mar. 2023

Definition of overpraise

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