UNGUENT Synonyms
There are 4 hypernyms of the word unguent. (close relations)
Definition of UNGUENT
unguents
Best Alternative Words for UNGUENT
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| balm | nounn | |||||||
noun • any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing • semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation | ||||||||
| ointment | nounn | |||||||
noun • semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation • toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin | ||||||||
| salve | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation • anything that remedies or heals or soothes verb • save from ruin, destruction, or harm • apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing | ||||||||
| unction | nounn | |||||||
noun • excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm • smug self-serving earnestness • semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation • anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual | ||||||||
