Flattered

Pronunciation: /ˈflætərd/

Flattered (adjective)

  1. Feeling happy because someone said nice things about you or showed you respect.
  2. Feeling honored or special because of praise or attention from others.

Examples

  • She felt flattered by the compliment about her work.
  • He was flattered to receive the award for his contributions.

Common collocations: flattered response, flattered smile, flattered by recognition, flattered feeling

Synonyms of Flattered

Formal

Informal

Antonyms of Flattered

  • To express disapproval or find fault.
  • To regard or represent as being of little worth.