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oily vs unctuous

unctuous vs oily

oily and unctuous both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
oily No Yes No No
unctuous No Yes No No
As adjectives, oily and unctuous are synonyms defined as:
  • oily and unctuous: unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
Other synonyms of oily include buttery, fulsome, oleaginous, smarmy, soapy.
oily (adjective) unctuous (adjective)
coated or covered with oil unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
smeared or soiled with grease or oil
containing an unusual amount of grease or oil
unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
Difference between oily and unctuous

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