glib — fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡlɪb/
Korean meaning: 말은 유창하지만 성의가 없고 얕은
Korean pronunciation: **글**립
Example Sentences
- The CEO's glib promises about salary raises turned out to be empty words.
- My brother has such a glib personality that he could sell ice to penguins.
- Don't be fooled by his glib charm - he's just trying to avoid doing his homework.
glib
ADJECTIVE//ɡlɪb//
fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow
A glib car salesman misleads customers with smooth but shallow talk
His glib fib reveals nothing but rib!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Low German or Dutch origin, possibly related to 'glibbering' (slippery). The word entered English in the 17th century, initially referring to something smooth and slippery, later developing the sense of superficially smooth speech.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO's glib promises about salary raises turned out to be empty words.”
“My brother has such a glib personality that he could sell ice to penguins.”
“Don't be fooled by his glib charm - he's just trying to avoid doing his homework.”
“The student gave glib excuses for missing the exam three times in a row.”
“Her glib comment about the serious issue made everyone uncomfortable.”
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