flatteringly

Meanings

• Adjective, Adverb

  Speaking or acting in a way that makes someone feel important or attractive, often insincerely.

  - "She was flattering him with compliments to win his favor."
  - "The salesperson was very flattering when trying to sell the expensive dress."
  - "He was flattered by the attention he received from the crowd."

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Variants

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flattering , flatteringly

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Etymology

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From Old French 'flatrer' meaning 'to praise excessively' or 'to molest'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'flattering' comes from the Old French word 'flatrer', which means 'to molest'.

2. The word 'flattering' is often used in the context of insincere compliments, but it can also be used to describe genuine praise or admiration.

3. In the English language, 'flattering' is an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective, it describes someone or something that makes someone feel good about themselves. As an adverb, it describes the action of speaking or acting in a way that makes someone feel important or attractive.

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Related Concepts

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1. Compliment: A statement that expresses praise or admiration for someone or something.

2. Insincerity: The quality of being insincere; false or disingenuous in expression or speech.

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Culture

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In literature, 'flattering' is often used to describe insincere or manipulative behavior. In art, it can be depicted as a mirror reflecting a distorted image of reality. In music, it can be a theme in songs about deceit and manipulation.

How to Memorize "flatteringly"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word 'flattering' as a mirror that reflects a distorted image of reality, or as someone speaking insincere compliments.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'flattering' with insincere compliments, manipulation, or deceit.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Flatter Me' to remember that 'flattering' means speaking or acting insincerely to make someone feel good.

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