UNCTUOUSLY
Dictionary entry overview: What does unctuously mean? • UNCTUOUSLY (adverb)
The adverb UNCTUOUSLY has 1 sense:
1. in an unctuous manner
Familiarity information: UNCTUOUSLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
• UNCTUOUSLY (adverb)
Meaning:
In an unctuous manner
Synonyms:
fulsomely; smarmily; unctuously
Pertainym:
unctuous (unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech)
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