unctuous in French
unctuous in French is onctueux, doucereux, mielleux.
unctuous in French
onctueux
(of a liquid, semisolid, or other substance) Having the nature or properties of an unguent or ointment; greasy, oily.
doucereux
Profusely polite, especially in an insincere and unpleasant manner.
mielleux
Profusely polite, especially in an insincere and unpleasant manner.
patelin
Profusely polite, especially in an insincere and unpleasant manner.
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What is "unctuous" in French?
"unctuous" in French is onctueux, doucereux, mielleux.
Are there other ways to say "unctuous" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "unctuous": onctueux, doucereux, mielleux, patelin.
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