unction

Meaning

noun

1. excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
2. smug self-serving earnestness
3. semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
4. anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual

Synonyms for unction

• smarm
• fulsomeness
• oiliness
• oleaginousness
• smarminess
• unctuousness
• ointment
• unguent
• balm
• salve
• inunction