unction in WordNet English dictionary

1. semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
   ointment  unction  unguent  balm  salve 
   
2. smug self-serving earnestness
   fulsomeness  oiliness  oleaginousness  smarminess  unctuousness  unction 
   
3. excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
   unction  smarm  fulsomeness 
   
4. anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
   unction  inunction