Definition: (adjective) Unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech.
Synonyms: fulsome, oleaginous, smarmy, unctuous, soapy, oily.
Usage: John's buttery praise was getting him nowhere with our new boss, who was clearly astute enough to discern an attempt to curry favor.
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