The difference between Flattering and Unbecoming
When used as nouns, flattering means the action of the verb to flatter, whereas unbecoming means the process by which something unbecomes.
When used as adjectives, flattering means attractive or good-looking, whereas unbecoming means not flattering, attractive or appropriate.
check bellow for the other definitions of Flattering and Unbecoming
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Flattering as an adjective:
Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.
Examples:
"The dress really did not look very flattering on her figure."
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Flattering as a verb:
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Flattering as a noun:
The action of the verb to flatter.
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Flattering as a noun:
Instances of flattery.
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Unbecoming as an adjective:
Not flattering, attractive or appropriate.
Examples:
"She wore a rather unbecoming hairstyle."
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Unbecoming as an adjective:
Not in keeping with the expected standards of one's position.
Examples:
"He was accused of conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman."
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Unbecoming as a verb:
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Unbecoming as a noun:
The process by which something unbecomes.