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adjective

Definition of flatteringnext
1
as in laudatory

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2
as in excessive

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flattering

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verb

present participle of flatter
1
as in praising
to praise too much the billionaire has an army of assistants who are eager to flatter him at every opportunity

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2
as in priding
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 flattering
Adjective
Helen Mirren Helen Mirren’s soft mix of pearl, silver, and light blonde tones creates a flattering, light-reflective color. — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 16 July 2026 The high-rise silhouette cinches your waist, too, for a comfortable yet flattering fit. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
Verb
The infamous Cristiano Ronaldo bust leads the list of sports statutes that have received less-than-flattering reviews. — ABC News, 4 July 2026 The crew neckline, tie waist, and subtle side slit create a flattering silhouette that works equally well for cruise dinners, city exploring, and beachside evenings. — Aashna Gheewalla, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for flattering
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flattering
  1. laudatory
  2. excessive
  3. praising
  4. priding
  5. favorable
  6. fulsome
  7. commending
  8. congratulating
Adjective
  • Not everyone is as laudatory of the president’s age and mental acuity.
    — Linda Marx, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
  • But as the home’s superstructure emerged, so have neighbors’ opinions — both laudatory and critical.
    — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Definition of laudatory
Adjective
  • Treatment methods Before prescribing TRT, doctors generally look for potentially reversible or temporary factors, including obesity, certain medications, untreated obstructive sleep apnea, acute illness and excessive alcohol use.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
  • Used thoughtfully, such tools can help organizations identify patterns associated with burnout, including staffing imbalances, unsustainable workloads, excessive overtime or workflow bottlenecks.
    — Jennifer Lee, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of excessive
Verb
  • And maybe praising the Lord, which also happened at the K Wednesday night.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
  • Reviews were solid, with critics praising the plot twists and action sequences.
    — Brent Lang, Variety, 16 July 2026
Definition of praising
Verb
  • The property offers a variety of programs and activities for children and families, priding itself on being a multigenerational spot to return to again and again.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Suitcases rarely push the $400 mark while priding themselves on chicness and durability; accessories like toiletry bags, too, come in at under $40 and yet retain an aspirational look worthy of your aesthetic at large.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Definition of priding
Adjective
  • Combined with a favorable exchange rate and London’s reputation as a global business and cultural hub, the city continues to attract wealthy buyers looking for both a long-term investment and a European home base.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
  • By selling the August $60 put, options traders capture rich implied volatility ahead of August earnings while capitalizing on Ball Corp's robust cash flows, debt reduction discipline, and favorable historical post-earnings price stability.
    — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 22 July 2026
Definition of favorable
Adjective
  • Both titles possess the fulsome tones of Miyazaki-style Japanese anime.
    — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 29 June 2026
  • In overturning that verdict, the appeals court said the jury's question should have gotten a more fulsome answer, including the possibility of discounting all the confessions.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 22 June 2026
Definition of fulsome
Verb
  • Erdogan shook referee Bobby Madley’s hand and would not let go, commending him on his performance through an interpreter.
    — Graham Scott, New York Times, 9 July 2026
  • Fans are commending Hathaway for owning the mistake, with many praising her for making the look her own.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of commending
Verb
  • Following the loss, the royal account shared a post congratulating the team on their impressive run, with a photo of team captain Harry Kane comforting star midfielder Jude Bellingham.
    — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
  • The Senate Leadership Fund, the main super PAC for Senate Republicans, released a statement congratulating Nordone’s nomination.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 13 July 2026
Definition of congratulating

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