phrases, sayings, idioms and expressions at

The Phrase Finder
Phrases, Sayings and Idioms Home > Discussion Forum
A Phrase A Week - Facebook Group & Follow aphraseaweek on Twitter

excessive praise

Posted by Pamela on August 17, 2005

Can anyone tell me if there is a phrase which means something like: to heap such excessive praise on someone as to really insult them" (i.e. sarcastic use of hyperbole). Sort of the opposite of "damn with faint praise" if you like.