adjective
- most covered with or containing oil; greasiest
- most excessively smooth or flattering in manner; most insincere
Usage: superlative form of oily
Usage: figurative use; often negative
Examples
- This is the oiliest fish I’ve ever cooked.
- The mechanic’s hands were the oiliest after working on the engine all day.
- That politician gave the oiliest speech I’ve ever heard.
- Of all the salespeople, he was the oiliest and least trustworthy.
- The oiliest part of the pizza was the pepperoni.
- Her oiliest compliments made everyone uncomfortable.