adj. smarm·i·er, smarm·i·est 1. Excessively ingratiating or insincerely earnest. See Synonyms at unctuous. 2. Relating to or indulging in lewd conduct; smutty: smarmy jokes. [From smarm, to smear.] smarm·i·ness n. |
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