artificial flattery

Frequency: 3.50.8 per million words

Used to describe praise that is insincere or contrived.

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Examples (10)

  • Salespeople are often accused of using artificial flattery.
  • His artificial flattery was obvious to everyone in the room.
  • Don't be fooled by her artificial flattery - she wants something.
  • The politician's artificial flattery failed to win over the voters.
  • I can spot artificial flattery from a mile away.
  • Her smile accompanied the artificial flattery she showered on her boss.
  • The interview was full of artificial flattery and empty compliments.
  • He rejected the artificial flattery and asked for honest feedback.
  • The critic dismissed the review as mere artificial flattery.
  • Students quickly learn to recognize artificial flattery from genuine praise.