Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

A heap of epithets is poor praise: the praise lies in the facts, and in the way of telling them.

A heap of epithets is poor praise: the praise lies in the fa

Summary

This quote suggests that simply showering someone with an excessive amount of flattering words or empty compliments is not a genuine form of praise. True praise lies in presenting and highlighting the facts about someone or something in a meaningful way. It emphasizes the importance of the delivery and articulation of these facts in order to truly convey praise. The quote implies that quality over quantity is crucial when giving praise, as the words and manner of expression hold more weight and significance than a mere accumulation of hollow adjectives.

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