Smarmy

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ˈsmɑː.mi/
• US IPA: /ˈsmɑːɹ.mi/
• Rhymes: -ɑː(r)mi

Origin

From smarm, a variant of smalm/smawm.

Full definition of smarmy

Adjective

1. Falsely earnest, smug, or ingratiating.a smarmy salesman with a big smile

Synonyms

• (falsely earnest or smug) flattering, gushing, ingratiating, oily, smug

Related terms

• smarm
• smarmily
• smarminess