unctuousness

[uhngk-choo-uh s-nis]

unctuousness Definition

  • 1the quality of being excessively flattering or insincere
  • 2the quality of having an oily or greasy texture

Using unctuousness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unctuousness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The politician's unctuousness was evident in his speech.

  • Example

    I couldn't stand the unctuousness of the salesman.

  • Example

    The chef's sauce had a pleasant unctuousness to it.

unctuousness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for unctuousness

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Summary: unctuousness in Brief

The term 'unctuousness' [uhngk-choo-uh s-nis] refers to the quality of being excessively flattering or insincere, or the quality of having an oily or greasy texture. It is often used to describe people who are overly smooth or slick in their behavior or speech, as well as food that has a rich and oily texture.