flatterers

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Noun flatterer has 1 sense

flatterer, adulator - a person who uses flattery
--₁ is a kind of follower
--₁ has particulars: sycophant, toady, crawler, lackey
Derived form: verb flatter₁

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Term: Flatterers

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: People who use excessive compliments and praise to gain favor or manipulate others.

Usage:

She saw through the flatterers and knew their compliments were insincere.
Beware of flatterers, they often have hidden agendas.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Characteristics or qualities related to flatterers.

Usage:

His flatterers behavior made it difficult to trust his intentions.
She was tired of his flatterers remarks that seemed too good to be true.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To praise or compliment excessively, often insincerely or for personal gain.

Usage:

He would flatter his way into the boss's good books.
She flattered her way to the top, but her colleagues knew her true intentions.

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