unctuousness (Meaning)

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unctuousness (n)

smug self-serving earnestness

The salesman's unctuousness made me wary of his intentions.
The politician's speech was laden with unctuousness, a thin veneer over his hollow promises.
The unctuousness of the used car salesman made me question the reliability of his vehicle.
The unctuousness of the lawyer's voice masked a ruthless cunning.
The unctuousness of the waiter's manner seemed insincere and off-putting.
The unctuousness of the religious leader's sermon left me feeling uncomfortable and skeptical.
The unctuousness of the perfume's scent was overpowering and cloying.
The unctuousness of the butter made it an unwelcome addition to the otherwise delicious bread.
The unctuousness of the politician's handshake was a calculated attempt to gain my favor.
The unctuousness of the cat's fur rubbed me the wrong way, making me reluctant to pet it.

smug self-serving earnestness

glibness,smoothness, duplicity, oiliness, artificiality, affectedness, falseness, self-righteousness, self-satisfaction,sanctimoniousness

genuineness, sincerity,sincerity, genuineness, frankness, frankness, probity, forthrightness, straightforwardness, probity

The salesman's unctuousness made me wary of his intentions.

The politician's speech was laden with unctuousness, a thin veneer over his hollow promises.

The unctuousness of the used car salesman made me question the reliability of his vehicle.

The unctuousness of the lawyer's voice masked a ruthless cunning.