Word Type

Adjective

Adjective

The word "unctuous" can be used as adjective and adjective.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

unctuously unctuousness ununctuous

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

fluidic

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

dirty messy slimy slippery

Related Terms

fat inunction unct unction unctional unctionless unctious unctiousness unctuose unctuosity unguent unguentarian unguentarium unguentary unguentiferous unguentous unguenty unguinous

Related Terms

earnest greasy insincere intense lush oily polite profuse rich soft unpleasant velvet

Similar Terms

insincere insincere

Synonym Network

creepy oleaginous savorous

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