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oleaginousness

/ˌoʊliːˈædʒɪnəsɪnz/ noun · British & US
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What does oleaginousness mean?

noun

The quality of being excessively flattering or insincerely flattering, often in a way that is perceived as oily or smarmy.

Example

"The politician's oleaginousness towards his constituents was seen as insincere by many."

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