Quote by Nicholas Boileau

Praising an honest person who doesn't deserve it, always wounds them.

Praising an honest person who doesn't deserve it, always wou

Summary

This quote suggests that offering unwarranted praise or compliments to someone who does not truly deserve them can be hurtful. It implies that dishonestly or insincerely praising someone's character or actions can backfire, as it becomes apparent that the praise is undeserved. Such false praise can be detrimental to individuals who value honesty and integrity, as it undermines their sense of self-worth and may even cause emotional harm.

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