Historical Examples. 1  He had a double chin and a smile which was apologetic but ingratiating. 2  Diana moved nearer to him, with her prettiest and most ingratiating air. 3  He tried to twist his seamed 288 features into an ingratiating grin, but the effort was a failure, producing only a grimace.
not righteous; not upright or virtuous; wicked; sinful; evil: an unrighteous king. 2. not in accordance with right or justice; unfair or unjust: an unrighteous law. Origin of unrighteous.
(blÄnd) adj. blandÂ·er, blandÂ·est. 1. Characterized by a moderate, unperturbed, or tranquil quality, especially: a. Pleasant in manner; smooth: a bland smile. b. Not irritating or stimulating; soothing: a bland diet. c. Exhibiting no personal worry, embarrassment, or concern: told a series of bland lies.