Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smarm
verb
/smɑːrm/
Definition
Flattery or insincere praise intended to ingratiate oneself.
Examples
- His smarmy compliments made everyone uncomfortable at the meeting.
- She could tell he was just smarming to get on the boss’s good side.
Meaning
The act of being excessively flattering or ingratiating, often to gain favor or manipulate.
Synonyms
- Flatter
- Ingratiate
- Fawn
- Sycophant
