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Ointment False Sincerity Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is UNCTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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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

30%9 Making false promises or pledges of sincerity.
noun

• an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction

• insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have

30%8 Showing false sincerity
adverb

• in an unctuous manner

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