Flattering

/ˈflætəɹɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:14 ptsWWF:17 pts10 letters

Definition of Flattering

verb

To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour.
To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.
To portray someone to advantage.
"Her portrait flatters her."
To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.

noun

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

adjective

Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good
"The dress really did not look very flattering on her figure."

Anagrams of Flattering

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "flattering":

9-LETTER WORDS

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8-LETTER WORDS

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7-LETTER WORDS

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Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

flatterysoft sawderbecoming

ANTONYMS

unbecomingunflattering

Rhyming Words

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