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
The employee flattered the boss by excessively praising their leadership style, hoping for a promotion.
员工通过过分赞扬老板的领导风格来奉承老板，希望能得到晋升。
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
The dress flatters her figure beautifully.
这件裙子衬托出她的身材非常漂亮。
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
Do n't flatter yourself — you do n't sing any better than we do.
I flatter myself that I'm a good dancer.
