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unctuous adj

Of a liquid, semisolid, or other substance: having the nature or properties of an unguent or ointment; greasy, oily. Having fat or oil present; fatty, greasy, oily. Of an aroma or taste, or a beverage (such as coffee or wine) or food (such as gravy, meat, or sauce): having layers of concentrated, velvety flavour; lush, rich. Of soil: soft and sticky. (figuratively) Of a person: Complacent, self-satisfied, smug. Profusely polite, especially in an insincere and unpleasant manner.

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