Definition of flatter
- He flattered her with comments about how youthful she looks.
- I flatter myself that my interpretation is correct.
- The portrait flatters him.
- Candlelight often flatters the face.
He flattered her with comments about her youthful appearance.
It flattered her to be asked to sing at their wedding.
That dress really flatters your figure.
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: to praise (someone) in a way that is not sincere
: to cause (someone) to feel pleased by showing respect, affection, or admiration
: to show or describe (someone or something) in a way that is very favorable or too favorable
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