Also means
sycophantic, ingratiating
Usage Note
Schmeichlerisch describes excessive or insincere flattery aimed at gaining favour. Unlike lobenswert (praiseworthy), it implies ulterior motives. A schmeichlerisches Kompliment may be pleasing but is not taken seriously.
Examples
"Seine schmeichlerischen Worte überzeugten niemanden wirklich."
Natural Translation
His flattering words did not really convince anyone.
Literal Translation
His flattering words convinced nobody truly.
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