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flattering

The correct spelling is flattering.

How to pronounce flattering

/ˈflætəɹɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /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. 1.To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour.
  2. 2.To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.
  3. 3.To portray someone to advantage.
  4. 4.To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.

noun

  1. 1.The action of the verb to flatter.
  2. 2.Instances of flattery.

adjective

  1. 1.Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good

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