glib
/ɡlɪb/
Group 23Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow GRE
Example in Context
The politician's glib assurances about economic recovery failed to convince voters who could see the evidence of decline in their own communities.
Synonyms
smoothslicksuperficial
Etymology
Smooth and fluent, but lacking depth.
- glib- (German) — smooth
Memory Aid
🧊Sounds like “glib”
A GLIB salesperson selling ice to penguins, but they just slide away unimpressed!
Visual Association
🎤A slick talker on stage, dazzling the audience with smooth words but hiding a giant 'LIAR' sign behind their back.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “glib” mean on the GRE?
glib (adjective) means “Fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow”. The politician's glib assurances about economic recovery failed to convince voters who could see the evidence of decline in their own communities.
How to remember “glib” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “glib” sounds like “glib”. A GLIB salesperson selling ice to penguins, but they just slide away unimpressed!
What are synonyms for “glib”?
Common synonyms: smooth, slick, superficial.