2 English Synonyms for PSEUDO-COMPLIMENT

Definition: 1. (idiomatic) An insult disguised as a compliment; a compliment which can be interpreted as an insult.

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Definition: 1. (idiomatic) A complimentary remark which is ambiguous or ineptly worded, so that it may be interpreted as having an unflattering or dismissive sense.