Looking for the meaning of the word SMARM in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SMARM with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Smarm
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
mid 19th century (originally dialect in the sense ‘smear, bedaub’): of unknown origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
smɑːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
behave in an ingratiating way in order to gain favour
Short Definition:behave in ingratiating way
Examples:- she had smarmed up to him in order to entrap him
Definition:
smooth down (one's hair) with water, oil, or gel
Short Definition:smooth down one's hair with water or gel
Examples:- he had smarmed his hair down
Word: Smarm
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
smɑːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
ingratiating behaviour
Short Definition:ingratiating behaviour
Examples:- it takes a combination of smarm and confidence to persuade them
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