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FLATTERING

(adj., adj.sat, verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Flattering.

How to pronounce flattering:

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Flattering - as an adjective

Showing or representing to advantage

Example: "A flattering color"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unflattering16

Flattering - as an adjective satellite

Obsequiously complimentary

Example: "They listened with flattering interest"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adulatory13

Flattering - as a verb

To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour.

To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.

To portray someone to advantage.

Example: "Her portrait flatters her."

To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.

Flattering - as a noun

The action of the verb to flatter.

Instances of flattery.

Example Sentences

"She received many flattering compliments on her new dress."
"The photographer took a flattering picture of the model."
"The actress wore a flattering gown that accentuated her figure."
"His flattering words made her blush."
"The flattering light in the room made everyone look beautiful."
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Word Game Points

Is FLATTERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, flattering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FLATTERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is FLATTERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, flattering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FLATTERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is FLATTERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, flattering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FLATTERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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