Bepraiser

/bɪˈpreɪzər/ noun

Definition

Someone who praises excessively or enthusiastically; a flatterer.

Etymology

From 'bepraise' plus agent suffix '-er.' Designates a person who habitually offers excessive praise.

Kelly Says

Court life in medieval times would have been full of 'bepraisers'—professional flatterers whose entire job was making kings and queens feel wonderful through elaborate compliments.

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