American English pronunciation
How to pronounce unctuous
IPA transcription: ['ʌŋtʃwəs]
Hear “unctuous” pronounced
['ʌŋtʃwəs]
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['ʌŋtʃwəs]
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['ʌŋtʃwəs]
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Adjective
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unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
“buttery praise”
“gave him a fulsome introduction”
“an oily sycophantic press agent”
“oleaginous hypocrisy”
“smarmy self-importance”
“the unctuous Uriah Heep”
“soapy compliments”
Usage examples
- It is known for its creamy and unctuous paste and hazelnut flavour.