Coaxing (Noun)
Meaning
Flattery designed to gain favor.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The manager's coaxing words of praise were meant to get the employee to take on extra work without a raise.
- Her coaxing tone was used to persuade her boyfriend to buy her an expensive gift.
- The politician's coaxing smile and firm handshake were intended to win over undecided voters.
- The coaxing words of encouragement from her coach helped the athlete to push through her fears and perform well.
- The coaxing flattery from the salesperson was obvious, but it still made the customer feel good about the purchase.