Berate and Flatter

Opposite meaning words

Berate verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

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Flatter is an antonym for berate in criticize hatefully topic.

Nearby Word: berating

Flatter verb - To praise too much.

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Berate is an antonym for flatter.

Nearby Words: flat, flatten, flattering, flattery, flattered

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