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oleaginous
oleaginous - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
oleaginous
Definition
(adj) unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
Synonyms
:
buttery
,
fulsome
,
oily
,
smarmy
,
soapy
,
unctuous
Example Sentence
buttery praise
gave him a fulsome introduction
an oily sycophantic press agent
oleaginous hypocrisy
smarmy self-importance
the unctuous Uriah Heep
soapy compliments
Definition
(adj) containing an unusual amount of grease or oil
Synonyms
:
greasy
,
oily
,
sebaceous
Example Sentence
greasy hamburgers
oily fried potatoes
oleaginous seeds
Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for oleaginous
"Oily G" -> This is o oily Ji
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