unctuous definition - Dictionary

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unc·tu·ous [ úngkchoo əss ]

adjective

Definition:

1. excessively ingratiating: attempting to charm or convince somebody in an unpleasantly suave, smug, or smooth way

2. oily, fatty, or greasy: resembling or containing oil, fat, or grease

3. soft and rich: soft and rich in texture and easily workable, especially through containing a high proportion of organic material

[14th century. < medieval Latin unctuosus< Latin unctus "anointing" < unguere "smear, anoint"]

unc·tu·os·i·ty [ ùngkchoo óssətee ] noun

unc·tu·ous·ly [ úngkchoo əsslee ] adverb

unc·tu·ous·ness [ úngkchoo əssnəss ] noun