Definitions
- Describing the act of trying to win favor or approval from someone. - Referring to the process of getting someone to like or accept you. - Talking about the act of trying to gain someone's trust or affection.
- Describing the act of praising someone excessively or insincerely. - Referring to the process of complimenting someone to gain their favor or approval. - Talking about the act of trying to make someone feel good about themselves.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve trying to gain someone's favor or approval.
- 2Both can be used to manipulate or influence others.
- 3Both can be insincere or exaggerated.
- 4Both can be used in social or professional situations.
- 5Both can be used to build relationships or improve one's status.
What is the difference?
- 1Intention: Ingratiating is more focused on gaining acceptance or trust, while flattering is more focused on making someone feel good about themselves.
- 2Degree: Flattering is often more exaggerated or insincere than ingratiating.
- 3Tone: Ingratiating can have a negative connotation of being manipulative or obsequious, while flattering can have a more positive connotation of being charming or complimentary.
- 4Audience: Ingratiating is often directed towards someone in a position of power or authority, while flattering can be directed towards anyone.
- 5Effect: Ingratiating can lead to building trust and rapport, while flattering can lead to boosting someone's ego or self-esteem.
Remember this!
Ingratiate and flatter are both words used to describe the act of trying to gain someone's favor or approval. However, the difference between them lies in their intention and degree. Ingratiating is more focused on gaining acceptance or trust, while flattering is more focused on making someone feel good about themselves. Additionally, flattering is often more exaggerated or insincere than ingratiating.
