flattered
Americanadjective
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feeling gratified or honored by unexpected favorable attention, as an invitation or compliment.
Thank you so much for linking to my recipe; I'm beyond flattered!
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praised or complimented in an insincere way, usually as a form of manipulation.
Having received the supreme compliment from his guru, the flattered and now penniless devotee offered to work for him for nothing.
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Hannover Re said currency effects weighed on its results due to the strengthening of the U.S. dollar, while last year’s depreciation of the greenback flattered its earnings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
Again, I was surprised — and flattered — to find myself on the guest list, and naturally I wanted to know what the occasion was.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
Burwell said he’s flattered by recent online praise from the likes of Ethel Cain, Flying Lotus and Kid Cudi for his score.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Jurors previously were told she knew Ward had been in films and on TV and felt flattered when he asked for her Snapchat handle.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
And yet I’m flattered that Hilly has so much faith that someone like him would be interested in someone like me.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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