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English · Q386

Idioms And Phrases

Competitive Exams · English · question 386

Q386

I just paid him a left-handed compliment.

A.
an honest
B.
a well deserved
C.
an insincere
Answer
D.
a flattering

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
left-handed compliment: A complimentary remark which is ambiguous or ineptly worded, so that it may be interpreted as having an unflattering or dismissive sense.