Webster 1828 · headword: flattery
View source image ↗False praise; commendation bestowed for the purpose of gaining favor and influence, or to accomplish some purpose.
KJV WORD
COMBINED MEANING
False praise; commendation bestowed for the purpose of gaining favor and influence, or to accomplish some purpose.
Reviewed KJV-relevant meaningMeaning drawn from:
WORD FAMILY
Root: flatter
To praise insincerely or deceitfully in order to please, influence, or mislead.
HISTORICAL DEFINITIONS
False praise; commendation bestowed for the purpose of gaining favor and influence, or to accomplish some purpose.
KJV CONCORDANCE