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OLEAGINOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Oleaginous.

How to pronounce oleaginous:

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Oleaginous - as an adjective satellite

Unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech

Example: "Buttery praise"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buttery12fulsome12oily7smarmy13soapy10unctuous10

Containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

Example: "Greasy hamburgers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
greasy10oily7sebaceous13

Oleaginous - as an adjective

Oily, greasy.

(of manner or speech) falsely or affectedly earnest; persuasively suave.

Example: "The oleaginous salesman convinced me to buy a more expensive car."

Example Sentences

"The chef poured an oleaginous sauce over the roasted vegetables."
"She was put off by the salesman's oleaginous manner."
"The politician's oleaginous speech failed to convince the crowd."
"The car mechanic used an oleaginous lubricant to fix the engine."
"The beauty blogger recommended an oleaginous moisturizer for dry skin."
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Word Game Points

Is OLEAGINOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oleaginous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OLEAGINOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is OLEAGINOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oleaginous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OLEAGINOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is OLEAGINOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oleaginous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OLEAGINOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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