单词 | unctuous |
释义 | unctuous (ʌŋktʃuəs ) 1. adjective If you describe someone as unctuous, you are critical of them because they seem to be full of praise, kindness, or interest, but are obviously insincere. [formal, disapproval] ...the kind of unctuous tone that I've heard often at diplomatic parties. Synonyms: obsequious, smooth, slick, plausible 2. adjective If you describe food or drink as unctuous, you mean that it is creamy or oily. [formal] Goose fat gives the most unctuous flavour but you can use chicken fat. Synonyms: oily, creamy, greasy, oleaginous |
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