adverb
- in an oily manner; with oil or grease
- in a smooth, ingratiating, or excessively flattering way
Examples
- The mechanic’s hands moved oilily over the engine parts.
- Fish scales glistened oilily in the sunlight.
- He smiled oilily while making promises he had no intention of keeping.
- The salesman spoke oilily about the car’s supposed benefits.
- Her hair hung oilily around her face after the long hike.
- The politician answered oilily, avoiding the real question.