excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm

[ Syn: smarm , fulsomeness ]

smug self-serving earnestness

[ Syn: fulsomeness , oiliness , oleaginousness , smarminess , unctuousness ]

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

[ Syn: ointment , unguent , balm , salve ]

anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual

[ Syn: inunction , inunction ]