Synonyms:
flattering
Meaning: showing or representing to advantage; "a flattering color"
Usage examples
"Dear, flattering child!" said Julia Cloud lovingly.
I doubt if it was flattering to Mrs Henderson. 'Have you got any brandy in the house?'
By virtue of these conditions, the last three months had been a time of flattering success to Tito.
The tale was soon told, and received with the most flattering signs of interest, wonder, sympathy, and admiration.
If such persons address her in any flattering or insignificant terms, she should take good care not to answer them a word.
But Jason answered gently, with many a flattering word, and praised their city and their harbour, and their fleet of gallant ships.
Before I enter upon the personal statement which your flattering inquiry claims from me, pray bestow a moment's attention on this Document."
And though this was not a flattering way of stating the case, Ermengarde was obliged to admit it was true, and, after a little more argument, gave in.
By smiles and flattering caresses they let him know that the stories are meant for him alone, and before long, if the boy is a suitable subject, he smiles back just as slyly.
They are, naturally, inclined to theft, and the best education only converts them into servile and flattering robbers; for they have the same address, subtlety, and inclination for mischief or rapine.