a backhanded compliment
(phrase)
Giải nghĩa:
A compliment that isn't really nice or can be seen as an insult.
A compliment that isn't really nice or can be seen as an insult.
Ví dụ:
When she said I looked younger than ever, I took it as a backhanded compliment. I knew she meant I usually look older than I am.
When she said I looked younger than ever, I took it as a backhanded compliment. I knew she meant I usually look older than I am.
Cách sử dụng
"A backhanded compliment" is a phrase used to describe a comment that seems like a compliment at first, but actually contains criticism or insult. It's like someone saying "Wow, you've lost weight! You used to be so big!" It may sound nice that the person complimented your weight loss, but the second part of the comment is actually insulting. So, be careful when someone gives you a backhanded compliment.
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