Unctuous

September 2, 2026 Sonu 1 min read

Unctuous

Adjective
चिकना या खुशामदी
Definition

Excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily (literally or metaphorically).

Contextual Sentence: "His unctuous praise for the minister raised eyebrows in the opposition."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): 'Unctuous' sounds like 'un + true + us'—someone who is not true to us.
Synonyms
sycophantic obsequious slick
Antonyms
genuine sincere candid