glib
adjective | /glib/
said or done too easily or carelessly; showing little thought or sincerity
glib
adjective | /glib/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMsaid or done too easily or carelessly; showing little thought or sincerity
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"His glib answers failed to satisfy the cautious committee."
"She delivered a glib speech that impressed the crowd but revealed little substance."
Mnemonic Trick
GLIB → GLOSS + LIB: think glossy words — smooth but shallow.
Etymology
Possibly from Middle English glibben “to slip.”
Now means fluent but insincere or shallow speech.
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