how to pronounce unction

/ˈʌŋk.ʃən/

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unction is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of unction in a speech by a native speaker of british english:

“… for this Diwali unction but for the next …”

meanings of unction

noun:

Divine or sanctifying grace.
A quality in language, address or delivery which expresses sober and fervent emotion.
A salve or ointment.
A religious or ceremonial anointing.
A smug, exaggerated use of language; smarminess.
A balm or something that soothes.

unction frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word unction occurs in english on average 0.2 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.

topics unction can be related to

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