Blarney
/ˈblɑːrni/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Perception of Insincerity
Be wary, 'blarney' often implies the speaker's charm is insincere and possibly manipulative. 
His promise of unmatched riches was just blarney to get her investment.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Origin
'Blarney' originates from an Irish castle; it's tied to legends of gaining persuasive speech. 
They said that kissing the Blarney Stone would endow me with the gift of blarney.
Pro Tip 3/3Often Pejorative
Using 'blarney' can be seen as negative, especially if the context suggests dishonesty. 
The politician's promises were dismissed as mere blarney by the skeptical audience.
Compare with
AdulationCoaxComplimentFlatterySycophancyWheedle
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