Meaning of the word unctuous in English

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unctuous

US /ˈʌŋk.tʃu.əs/
UK /ˈʌŋk.tʃu.əs/

Adjective

1.

Unctuous people or behavior expresses too much praise, interest, friendliness, etc., in a way that is false and unpleasant:

Example:
his unctuous manner/voice/smile
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