Definitions
- Describing the act of using flattery or sweet talk to persuade or manipulate someone. - Referring to the act of praising or complimenting someone excessively in order to gain favor or approval. - Talking about the use of smooth and flattering words to coax or influence someone's opinion or behavior.
- Referring to the act of giving compliments or praise to someone sincerely and genuinely. - Describing the act of saying nice things about someone's appearance, abilities, or achievements. - Talking about the act of boosting someone's self-esteem or confidence through positive feedback or admiration.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve giving compliments or praise to someone.
- 2Both can be used to make someone feel good about themselves.
- 3Both can be used to influence or manipulate someone's opinion or behavior.
- 4Both can be forms of persuasion or flattery.
- 5Both can be used to build rapport or establish a positive relationship.
What is the difference?
- 1Intention: Blandish often has a manipulative or insincere intention, while flatter is usually genuine and sincere.
- 2Approach: Blandish uses excessive praise or sweet talk, while flatter focuses on genuine compliments and admiration.
- 3Motivation: Blandish is often used to gain favor or approval, while flatter is used to make someone feel good about themselves.
- 4Effect: Blandish can sometimes be seen as insincere or fake, while flatter is more likely to be well-received and appreciated.
- 5Connotation: Blandish may have a negative connotation due to its manipulative nature, while flatter is generally seen as positive and uplifting.
Remember this!
Blandish and flatter both involve giving compliments or praise to someone, but they differ in intention and approach. Blandish is often manipulative and insincere, using excessive praise or sweet talk to persuade or manipulate someone. On the other hand, flatter is genuine and sincere, focusing on giving honest compliments and admiration to make someone feel good about themselves. While blandish may have a negative connotation, flatter is generally seen as positive and uplifting.
