Oleaginous
(adjective)
- Excessively smooth or slippery, especially from being greasy or soapy.
- Excessively flattering or insincere in speech or behavior.
Origin:
Early 17th century: from latin oleaginus, from oleum "oil".
Examples:
- The salesman's oleaginous words left a bad taste in the customer's mouth.
- Her oleaginous demeanor made it hard for her to be trusted.
- The food at the restaurant was good, but the table was so oleaginous that the plates kept sliding around.
- The oleaginous politician promised too much and delivered too little.
- The movie's soundtrack was ruined by the oleaginous background music.