Meaning ofunctuousin English

Adjective

1. having a greasy or oily nature; smooth texture
   The unctuous sauce covered the entire plate.
2. having rich, layered flavors; luxurious taste
   The chef added an unctuous chocolate glaze to the cake.
3. complacent and smug; overly polite (insincere)
   The politician's unctuous tone made the audience feel uneasy.
4. excessively polite; nauseatingly sweet (in manner)
   The unctuous waiter was overly flattering to the customers.
5. oily or greasy in texture; slippery
   The mechanic's hands were covered in unctuous grime after fixing the engine.
6. having a rich, intense flavor; velvety smooth
   The dessert chef crafted an unctuous mousse with dark chocolate and cream.
7. excessively polite; insincerely flattering
   The salesman's unctuous manner made me suspicious of his intentions.