n.谄媚；阿谀；巴结
I find his flattery odious. 我觉得他的谀词十分讨厌。
His letter was dripping with flattery. 他的信中充满阿谀之词。
They don't need to resort to flattery. 他们不必诉诸于拍马屁。
You can buy flattery, but envy must be earned. 奉承可以用金钱买到，妒嫉却必须努力才能赢得。
