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Definition of glib

glib

/ɡlɪb/
glib
Adverb:glibly
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glib Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Fluent and voluble, but insincere, shallow, or lacking careful thought (of words or a speaker).

Example

"The politician offered a glib explanation for the budget shortfall that failed to convince voters."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'fluent' or 'articulate' praise a speaker's command of language, 'glib' is almost always disapproving, implying that a response is too quick and smooth to be sincere or well-considered.

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• Nearby Words

glencar falls
glendale
glenelg
glib
glibly
glibness
glide

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century with the literal meaning 'smooth and slippery,' likely borrowed from a Low German or Dutch root such as 'glibberig' (slippery).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glib. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glib
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