1. (

• unction ,
• smarm ,
• fulsomeness

) excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm ;

2. (

• fulsomeness ,
• oiliness ,
• oleaginousness ,
• smarminess ,
• unctuousness ,
• unction

) smug self-serving earnestness ;

3. (

• ointment ,
• unction ,
• unguent ,
• balm ,
• salve

) semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation ;

4. (

• unction ,
• inunction

) anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual ;