July 18, 2007

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Word for 18 July: unctuous


Adjective:
  • Of the nature or quality of an unguent or ointment; fatty; oily; greasy.
  • Having a smooth, greasy feel, as certain minerals.
  • Insincerely or excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech; marked by a false or smug earnestness or agreeableness.

Adverb: unctuously

Noun: unctuousness, unctuosity

2 comments:

  1. Oh my gosh...I almost forgot to play today! Thanks for the reminder!

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