What is Backhanded Compliment?


1.

What might at first sound like a compliment but could/should really be taken as an insult when considered in its entirety.

The Republican Senator would never desecrate the holy institution of marriage by voting to allowing gays to wed; just ask his ex.

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2.

An insult disguised as a compliment

"No, honey...I love yours. I don't even like them big."

"Relax, sweetie...you were perfectly adequate."

"Your haircut really slims your face."

Since Michael is a pompous prick, I think I'll give him a backhanded compliment.

3.

Any compliment a gay man gives to another gay man. Usually to cause drama.

I can make a fire with some wood and a backhanded compliment.


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