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fulsomeness

 

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Noun fulsomeness has 2 senses
  1. unction, smarm, fulsomeness - excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
    --1 is a kind of compliment
  2. fulsomeness, oiliness, oleaginousness, smarminess, unctuousness, unction - smug self-serving earnestness
    --2 is a kind of hypocrisy

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Fulsomeness

Definition: The quality of excessive or insincere flattery or praise.

Sense 1: Excessive or insincere flattery or praise.

Example sentence 1: The politician was known for his fulsomeness, always showering exaggerated compliments on his supporters.

Example sentence 2: She saw through his fulsomeness and recognized his insincere attempts to win her over.

Sense 2: Abundance; overabundance in quantity or quality.

Example sentence 1: The wedding reception had an atmosphere of fulsomeness, with an abundance of food, drinks, and decorations.

Example sentence 2: The painting stood out for its rich fulsomeness of colors and textures.

Sense 3: Unctuousness; overly exaggerated display of moral or religious fervor.

Example sentence 1: His prayers were filled with fulsomeness, as if he was trying to win divine favor through excessive displays of piety.

Example sentence 2: The preacher's fulsomeness made some people uncomfortable as they felt it was insincere.

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