* Flattery: This implies insincere praise, often given to gain favor or something else.
* Sugarcoating: This suggests softening or making something unpleasant more palatable by avoiding the truth.
* Catering to: This implies accommodating someone's desires or preferences, even if it's not necessarily what's best for them.
* Pander: This carries a more negative connotation, implying a willingness to exploit someone's desires for personal gain.
* Assent: This is a more neutral term, simply meaning to agree with someone, regardless of whether it's genuine or not.
* Affirmation: This implies positive reinforcement, but it can also be used to mean simply agreeing with someone.
* Concession: This suggests giving in to someone's demands, even if you don't fully agree with them.
The best word to use will depend on the specific situation and the speaker's intentions.