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flat·ter·ing
 flattering
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- pronunciation:
- flae
t
 r
ihng
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
making one feel proud or pleased with oneself because of the compliment of another or because of something considered complimentary.
The job offer was flattering, but he wasn't convinced that he was truly prepared for so much responsibility.The comment about her weight loss was intended to be flattering, but instead she was a little offended by it.- antonyms:
- unflattering
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| definition 2: |
representing one favorably; giving a positive impression of someone or something.
Her former boss wrote many flattering things about her in his letter of recommendation.I love the flattering lighting in that restaurant; it hides all my flaws!This dress has a more flattering shape for you than the other one.All her friends say that high-heeled shoes would be flattering to her legs, but she still won't wear them.- antonyms:
- unflattering
- similar words:
- complimentary
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