dulciloquy

/dʌlkɪˈlɒkjʊi/

Definitions

1. noun

a sweet or soothing speech, especially one that is insincerely flattering or hypocritical

“Her dulciloquy about the company’s financial troubles made everyone suspicious of her intentions.”

2. noun

a sweet or soothing manner of speaking

“She had a gift for speaking with a soothing dulciloquy that could calm even the most anxious of patients.”

Synonyms

  • flattery
  • hypocrisy
  • sweet talk

Antonyms

  • bluntness
  • harshness