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- DictionaryFlat·ter·ing/ˈfladəriNG/
adjective
- 1. (of a person or their remarks) full of praise and compliments: "the article began with some flattering words about us"
The meaning of FLATTERING is marked by flattery. How to use flattering in a sentence.
FLATTERING definition: 1. making someone look or seem better or more attractive than usual: 2. making someone look or…. Learn more.
Flattering definition: enhancing the appearance of a person or thing, as by highlighting pleasing features or making less pleasing ones inconspicuous. See examples of FLATTERING used in a sentence.
1. : to praise excessively especially from motives of self-interest. He flattered her with comments about how youthful she looks. 2. archaic : beguile sense 2. b. : to encourage or gratify especially with the assurance that something is right. I flatter myself that my interpretation is correct. 3. a. : to portray too favorably.
Definition of flattering adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. adjective. If something is flattering, it makes you appear more attractive. Some styles are so flattering that they instantly become classics. ...a refreshing new look that's flattering to skins of all ages. It wasn't a very flattering photograph. Synonyms: becoming, kind, effective, enhancing More Synonyms of flattering.
Something that's flattering shows you in your best, most attractive light. When you're having your photograph taken, you might wear your most flattering outfit. The softly lit living room mirror is usually more flattering to your face than the harsh fluorescent light of a public restroom.
Flattering definition: Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.
1. If something is flattering, it makes you appear more attractive. [...] 2. If someone's remarks are flattering, they praise you and say nice things about you. [...] 3. If you describe something as flattering, you mean that it pleases you and makes you feel important or special. [...] More. Pronunciations of the word 'flattering'
1. censorious insincerely praising. 2. gratifying to the ego; pleasing: It's flattering to be considered for such a role.. 3. that shows someone or something to advantage: a refreshing new look that's flattering to skins of all ages.
