adj. Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.
v. Present participle of flatter.
n. The action of the verb to flatter.
n. Instances of flattery.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. That flatters (in the various senses of the verb).
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Flattery; a flattering speech or action.
Adapted to excite complacency or hope; gratifying; pleasurable; encouraging: as flattering words or commendations; flattering prospects; a flattering reception.
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adj. showing or representing to advantage
Word Usage
"He would NOT have written in flattering tones about how they eschew gadgetry in favor or a more low-tech way of hunting."