Glibness

/ˈɡlɪbnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality of being smooth and fluent in speech but without sincerity or depth of thought.

Etymology

From 'glib' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness,' which converts adjectives into abstract nouns describing the quality or state of being that adjective.

Kelly Says

Glibness is one of those personality traits that can get someone surprisingly far in politics, sales, or entertainment—until people realize there's nothing substantial behind the smooth words.

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