fulsomeness

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English

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Etymology

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Inherited from Middle English fulsomnesse; equivalent to fulsome +‎ -ness.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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fulsomeness (uncountable)

  1. The state or quality of being fulsome or showing overdone and insincere flattery.
    Synonyms: oleaginousness, unctuousness, unctuosity