to flatter
01
奉承, 谄媚
to highly praise someone in an exaggerated or insincere way, especially for one's own interest
Transitive: to flatter sb/sth
例子
During the interview, the candidate flattered the company's values, attempting to create a positive impression.
在面试期间，候选人奉承了公司的价值观，试图创造一个积极的印象。
02
奉承, 谄媚
to believe something favorable about one's character or abilities even though it might not be true
Transitive
03
衬托, 美化
to make someone look attractive or enhance their appearance, especially with a particular color or style of clothing
例子
Dark shades often flatter pale skin tones.
深色色调常常衬托出苍白的肤色。
to flatter oneself
01
to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance
例子
I flatter myself that I'm a good dancer.
