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Home » 3 Language and thought » 3.5 Communication » 3.5.1 Say » 3.5.1.7 Praise » 3.5.1.7.2 Flatter

3.5.1.7.2 Flatter

Use this domain for words referring to flattering someone--saying something nice to someone but not meaning it.

Louw Nida Codes: 
33L' Flatter
  • What words refer to flattering someone?
    flatter, ingratiate, adulate, blandish, cajole,
    • ‹ 3.5.1.7.1 Thank up 3.5.1.7.3 Boast ›
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          • 3.5.1.1 Voice
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          • 3.5.1.7 Praise
            • 3.5.1.7.1 Thank
            • 3.5.1.7.2 Flatter
            • 3.5.1.7.3 Boast
          • 3.5.1.8 Criticize
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        • 3.5.2 Make speech
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