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to flatter
01
bajular, lisonjear
to highly praise someone in an exaggerated or insincere way, especially for one's own interest
Transitive: to flatter sb/sth
Exemplos
The employee flattered the boss by excessively praising their leadership style, hoping for a promotion.
O funcionário bajulou o chefe elogiando excessivamente seu estilo de liderança, na esperança de uma promoção.
During the interview, the candidate flattered the company's values, attempting to create a positive impression.
Durante a entrevista, o candidato lisonjeou os valores da empresa, tentando criar uma impressão positiva.
02
lisonjear, bajular
to believe something favorable about one's character or abilities even though it might not be true
Transitive
03
valorizar, favorecer
to make someone look attractive or enhance their appearance, especially with a particular color or style of clothing
Exemplos
The dress flatters her figure beautifully.
O vestido valoriza sua figura lindamente.
Dark shades often flatter pale skin tones.
Tons escuros frequentemente lisonjeiam tons de pele pálidos.
to flatter oneself
01
to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance
Exemplos
Do n't flatter yourself — you do n't sing any better than we do.
I flatter myself that I'm a good dancer.
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