unctuously

• Advérbio que descreve um comportamento excessiva ou insinceramente bajulador, suave e servil, muitas vezes de modo que parece oleoso ou adulador.

An adverb describing behavior that is excessively or insincerely flattering, smooth, and ingratiating, often in a way that feels oily or sycophantic.

1. In a flattering or insincere mannerC1formal

   Acting with exaggerated politeness or friendliness, often to gain favor.

   De forma bajuladora

   • He unctuously praised the manager's every decision.
   • She smiled unctuously at the wealthy guests.
   • The salesman spoke unctuously, trying to close the deal.

   Sinônimosingratiatinglyobsequiouslyservilelysmarmily

   Antônimosfranklyhonestlysincerely