unction - noun

excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm

smug self-serving earnestness

semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual

unction - thesaurus

balm   fulsomeness   inunction   oiliness   ointment   oleaginousness   salve   smarm   smarminess   unctuousness   unguent