Definition of unction

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• unction is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
• unction is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
• unction is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of unction

• excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. fulsomeness
  2. smarm
• anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. inunction
• semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. balm
  2. ointment
  3. salve
  4. unguent
• smug self-serving earnestness (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. fulsomeness
  2. oiliness
  3. oleaginousness
  4. smarminess
  5. unctuousness

See definition of unction in Merriam Webster