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Vocabulary Entry
smarm
|noun • verb
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N
noun
excessively flattering or ingratiating behavior.
Example Sentences
"His smarm made everyone suspect he was hiding something."
"The politician's smarm was unconvincing and insincere."
"Avoiding smarm in his speech, he chose to be direct and honest."
V
verb
to behave with excessive flattery or ingratiation.
Example Sentences
"She tried to smarm her way into the exclusive group."
"He often smarms to get what he wants from his colleagues."
"It's annoying when some people smarm to gain favor."