How to pronounce unctuous
American English pronunciation
UNGK-choo-us
- IPA
- /ˈʌŋktʃu.əs/
- Syllables
- UNGK · choo · us (3 syllables, stress on the 1st)
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What unctuous means
Too friendly and flattering in a fake way
In a sentence: The unctuous salesman called everyone his 'very best friend.'
Where it comes from: It comes from a Latin word meaning greasy or oily, from a verb meaning to smear with oil.
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