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The correct spelling is flattering.
How to pronounce flattering
/ˈflætəɹɪŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈflætəɹɪŋ/
Say it like: Fla-tte-rin-g
The correct spelling is flattering. To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour. For example: "Her portrait flatters her."
Usage Examples
“Her portrait flatters her.”
“The dress really did not look very flattering on her figure.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour.
- 2.To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.
- 3.To portray someone to advantage.
- 4.To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.
noun
- 1.The action of the verb to flatter.
- 2.Instances of flattery.
adjective
- 1.Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good
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