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greasily

/ˈɡriː.sɪ.li/

Übersetzung: In fettiger oder öliger Art und Weise; im übertragenen Sinn auch schmeichlerisch, unterwürfig oder anzüglich.

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adverb

/ˈɡriː.sɪ.li/C1formal
  • deIn fettiger oder öliger Art und Weise; im übertragenen Sinn auch schmeichlerisch, unterwürfig oder anzüglich.

An adverb meaning "in a greasy manner" or "with an oily, slippery, or fatty quality." It can describe physical texture (e.g., something covered in grease) or, figuratively, a manner that is unctuous, ingratiating, or excessively smooth in behavior.

  1. In a greasy mannerC1formal

    In a way that is covered with or resembles grease, often referring to texture or appearance.

    deFettig

    • The mechanic wiped his hands, which were still greasily coated in oil.
    • She greasily applied the lotion until it shimmered.
    • The fish was fried so greasily that it left a film on the plate.

    Synonymeslicklyunctuously

  2. In an insincerely smooth or flattering wayC1informal

    Metaphorically, in a manner that is overly smooth, oily, or ingratiating, especially in speech or behavior.

    deSchmeichlerisch

    • He greasily complimented the boss in hopes of a promotion.
    • The salesman greasily assured us the deal was unbeatable.
    • She smiled greasily, trying to win them over.

    Synonymeingratiatinglyobsequiouslyoilyslicklysmarmilyunctuously

    Antonymebluntlyfranklyhonestlyopenlyplainlysincerely

Formen
  • more greasily comparative form
  • most greasily superlative form