Blandisher

/ˈblændɪʃər/ noun

Definition

A person who uses flattery and smooth words to coax or persuade others.

Etymology

From blandish plus the -er suffix, which creates agent nouns (one who does the action). The -er ending traces back to Old English and Proto-Germanic roots meaning 'one who.'

Kelly Says

A blandisher is essentially a professional flatterer—someone so skilled at compliments they could convince you the sky is green. Con artists and charming politicians are master blandishers.

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