남의 비위를 맞추거나 잘 보이려고 꾸며서 하는 말이나 행동.
Excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one's own interests or to please someone.
예문:
"He used blatant flattery to win over the committee members."
"Despite the constant flattery from his subordinates, the CEO remained humble."
"She was immune to flattery and preferred honest, constructive feedback."