Now he'll believe you are praising him!
Originally Posted by LexusLover
If I substituted “nincompoop” I’d have to explain that word to him
Easier to let him think a misinterpretation, no matter the gravity of his misapprehension
And besides, I think he’s been weaned on false praise, social promotions and participation trophies, the truth might send him into a reel from which there’s little chance of return