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unctuous

/ˈʌŋk.tʃəs/
Main Example

The unctuous sauce coated the pasta perfectly.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Describing something that is smooth and greasy in texture or feel.

Other Example

The unctuous cream made the dessert rich.

He enjoyed the unctuous texture of the avocado.

The unctuous oil added flavor to the salad.

Synonyms

unctuous texture

unctuous flavor

unctuous sauce

Synonyms

greasy

oily

smooth

unctuous

/ˈʌŋk.tʃəs/
Main Example

His unctuous compliments made her feel uncomfortable.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Describing someone who is overly flattering or ingratiating.

Other Example

Her unctuous behavior made everyone suspicious.

The salesman's unctuous tone was hard to trust.

I found his unctuous remarks quite annoying.

Synonyms

unctuous praise

unctuous tone

unctuous flattery

Synonyms

insincere

obsequious

sycophantic

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