fulsomely
Definition
- Adverb:
- In an excessively flattering or insincerely effusive manner: Describes an action done with exaggerated praise, affection, or enthusiasm that is often perceived as offensive, cloying, or insincere.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- The critic was accused of praising the artist's work fulsomely without offering any substantive analysis.
- He apologized fulsomely for the minor error, making everyone feel uncomfortable.
- The welcome was fulsomely effusive, full of exaggerated compliments and grand gestures.
Advanced Usage
- Used to modify verbs of communication: Commonly modifies verbs like , , , , and to indicate the excessive, often distasteful, nature of the action.
- The official thanked the donors fulsomely, his speech dripping with insincerity.
Variants and Related Words
- Fulsome (adjective): Excessively flattering or offensive to good taste, especially in a way that seems insincere.
- The biography was criticized for its fulsome praise of the controversial figure.
Synonyms
- Unctuously: In a manner that is excessively smooth, suave, or smug, especially in an insincere way.
- Oily: In an ingratiating and insincere manner.
- Smarmily: In a flattering and cloying way that is distasteful.
- Effusively: In an unrestrained or excessive manner, often with emotional expression (can be neutral or negative depending on context).
Antonyms
- Brusquely: In an abrupt or blunt manner without unnecessary words.
- Tersely: In a concise and direct manner, often seeming curt.
- Sincerely: In a genuine and honest manner.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- Lay it on thick: (Idiom) To exaggerate praise, flattery, or blame excessively. This is an informal equivalent to behaving or speaking fulsomely.
- He was laying it on thick with compliments, hoping to get a favor.
Adverb
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in an unctuous manner
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