blarney

/ˈblɑrni/

Other forms: blarneying; blarneyed; blarneys

Definitions of blarney

1. noun

   flattery designed to gain favor
   synonyms: coaxing, soft soap, sweet talk

   type of:

   flattery

   excessive or insincere praise
2. verb

   influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
   synonyms: cajole, coax, inveigle, palaver, sweet-talk, wheedle

   types:

   soft-soap

   persuade someone through flattery

   browbeat, bully, swagger

   discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate

   type of:

   persuade

   cause somebody to adopt a certain position, belief, or course of action; twist somebody's arm