flattering — English Dictionary

Adjective

1. Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.

   Synonyms

   becoming

   Antonyms

   unbecomingunflattering

   Examples

   The dress really did not look very flattering on her figure.

2. Gratifying to one's self-esteem; complimentary.

3. That which represents too favorably.

   Usage

   • of an image etc.

Noun

1. The action of the verb to flatter.

2. Instances of flattery.

Adjective

1. showing or representing to advantage

   Antonyms

   unflattering

   Examples

   a flattering color

2. obsequiously complimentary

   Synonyms

   adulatory

   Examples

   they listened with flattering interest