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flatter

verb

/ˈflætər/

Meaning

to praise excessively or insincerely to gain favor

He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion.

praise, compliment, butter up, charm

criticize, insult

flatter someone, flattering words, flattered by, flattering remark

to make something more attractive by adding decorative details or features

To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.

combine in such a way as to enhance effectiveness.

To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.

To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.

To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.