| 单词 | flattering |
| 释义 | Word Frequency flattering(ˈflætərɪŋ) adjective 1. insincerely praising A few flattering remarks had Tony eating out of her hand. 2. gratifying to the ego; pleasing There were pleasant and flattering obituaries about him. It is all terribly flattering and she is trying to reply to every single letter personally. It is always flattering to be asked to judge a competition. it's flattering to be considered for such a role It was flattering to be told how indispensable his taste and talent were. 3. that shows someone or something to advantage Her hair has been cut in a shorter, more flattering style. Some styles are so flattering that they instantly become classics. It wasn't a very flattering photograph. a refreshing new look that's flattering to skins of all ages Derived forms flatteringly (ˈflatteringly) adverb |
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