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:
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his unctuous manner/voice/smile
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