smarmily

smarm·y

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [smahr-mee]
- /ˈsmɑr mi/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [smahr-mee]
- /ˈsmɑr mi/

Definition of smarmily word

adjective smarmily excessively or unctuously flattering, ingratiating, servile, etc.: the emcee with the smarmy welcome. 1

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Origin of smarmily

First appearance:

before 1905

One of the 15% newest English words

1905-10; smarm, variant of dial. smalm to smear, make slick (< ?) + -y1

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Parts of speech for Smarmily

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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smarmily popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for smarmily

adverb smarmily

fawningly — In a feigning manner; falsely.
flatteringly — In a flattering manner.
obsequiously — characterized by or showing servile complaisance or deference; fawning: an obsequious bow.

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