UNCTUOUS


Meaning of UNCTUOUS in English

1.

If you describe someone as ~, you are critical of them because they seem to be full of praise, kindness, or interest, but are obviously insincere. (FORMAL)

...the kind of ~ tone that I’ve heard often at diplomatic parties.

ADJ disapproval

2.

If you describe food or drink as ~, you mean that it is creamy or oily. (FORMAL)

ADJ

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