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"Excessively or unctuously flattering, ingratiating, servile, etc. It describes someone who is overly smooth, flattering, or insincerely charming, often to an annoying or offensive degree." more

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His smarmy charm masked a lack of sincerity in his actions.
Despite the smarmy tone of the email, the request was straightforward.
The employee's smarmy attempts to gain favor with the boss were transparent.

Smarmy

smahr-mee
adjectiveExcessively or unctuously flattering, ingratiating, servile, etc. It describes someone who is overly smooth, flattering, or insincerely charming, often to an annoying or offensive degree.
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Last Updated On: February 13, 2024
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