Definitions
- Describing the feeling of being praised or complimented by someone. - Talking about the feeling of being admired or appreciated by others. - Referring to the feeling of being pleased with oneself due to external validation.
- Describing the feeling of satisfaction or contentment with a situation or outcome. - Talking about the feeling of happiness or joy due to a positive event or experience. - Referring to the feeling of relief or gratitude for something that has happened.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe positive emotions.
- 2Both words can be used to express satisfaction or contentment.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a reaction to external events or validation.
- 4Both words can be used to describe a feeling of happiness or joy.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Flattered is usually caused by external validation, while pleased can be caused by both internal and external factors.
- 2Intensity: Flattered is often a stronger emotion than pleased.
- 3Focus: Flattered is focused on the self, while pleased can be focused on external events or outcomes.
- 4Usage: Flattered is less commonly used than pleased in everyday language.
- 5Connotation: Flattered can sometimes have a negative connotation if it is seen as insincere or manipulative, while pleased is generally seen as positive.
Remember this!
Flattered and pleased are both positive emotions, but they differ in their cause, intensity, focus, usage, and connotation. Flattered is usually caused by external validation, is often a stronger emotion, and is focused on the self. It is less commonly used than pleased in everyday language and can sometimes have a negative connotation. On the other hand, pleased can be caused by both internal and external factors, is generally seen as positive, and can be focused on external events or outcomes.
