1. flattery - Noun
2. flattery - Verb
3. Flattery - Proper noun
The act or practice of flattering; the act of pleasing by artiful commendation or compliments; adulation; false, insincere, or excessive praise.
Source: Webster's dictionaryFlattery is telling the other person precisely what he thinks about himself. Dale Carnegie
The aim of flattery is to soothe and encourage us by assuring us of the truth of an opinion we have already formed about ourselves. Edith Sitwell
In the best, the friendliest and simplest relations flattery or praise is necessary, just as grease is necessary to keep wheels turning. Leo Tolstoy
Truth breeds hatred, while flattery brings friends. Latin Proverb
Imitation is the highest form of flattery. American Proverb
Flattery is the best persuader of people. Japanese Proverb