flattering

Short definition from Wiktionary

Adjective

1. 1
   Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.
2. 2
   Gratifying to one's self-esteem; complimentary.
3. 3
   That which represents too favorably.

Verb

1. 1
   present participle and gerund of flatter

Noun

1. 1
   The action of the verb to flatter.
2. 2
   Instances of flattery.