Oilily
6 lettersadverbrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
In a manner that is greasy or slippery, or that is excessively smooth and ingratiating in tone or behaviour.
“He smiled oilily and assured every customer that their complaint would be dealt with immediately.”
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Contains OIL and ends in -ILY, with I appearing twice and four vowels total in six letters
Scrabble
Scores 9 points, the Y adds 4 points and the double I helps clear a vowel-saturated rack
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