Associations to the word «Unction» - Word Associations Network

Noun

UNCTION, noun. A salve or ointment

UNCTION, noun. A religious or ceremonial anointing

UNCTION, noun. A balm or something that soothes

UNCTION, noun. A smug, exaggerated use of language; smarminess

UNCTION, noun. Divine or sanctifying grace

UNCTION, noun. Excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm.

UNCTION, noun. Smug self-serving earnestness.

UNCTION, noun. Semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation.

UNCTION, noun. Anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual.

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