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Meaning of glib

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

glib

Pronunciation:/ɡlɪb//ɡlɪb/

verb

Definitions

  1. To make glib.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having a ready flow of words but lacking thought or understanding; superficial; shallow.

  2. Smooth or slippery.

    Example: a sheet of glib ice

  3. Artfully persuasive but insincere in nature; smooth-talking, honey-tongued, silver-tongued.

    Example: a glib tongue; a glib speech

glib

Pronunciation:/ɡlɪb//ɡlɪb/

noun

Definitions

  1. A mass of matted hair worn down over the eyes, formerly worn in Ireland.