Synonyms of smarmy
6 similar words
Another word for smarmy is ingratiating. Other synonyms of smarmy are flattering, gushing, oily, smug and greasy.
Synonyms and similar words for smarmy
adjectiveFalsely earnest, smug, ingratiating, or pious.
- flattering
- gushing
- ingratiatingWhich ingratiates; which attempts to bring oneself into the favour of another, often with flattery or insincerity...
- oilyExcessively friendly or polite but insincere.
- smug
- greasy
Meaning of smarmy
- adjective Falsely earnest, smug, ingratiating, or pious.
- adjective Unctuous, greasy, as hair from pomade.
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Questions about synonyms of smarmy
- What is another word for smarmy?
- Smarmy has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as ingratiating, flattering, gushing, oily, smug and greasy.
- What does smarmy mean?
- Smarmy means falsely earnest, smug, ingratiating, or pious.
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