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    genteel
    /dʒɛnˈtiːl/

    adjective

    • 1. characterized by exaggerated or affected politeness, refinement, or respectability: "her genteel upbringing"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGENTEEL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Genteel means old-fashioned, polite, or calm and gentle, especially in a high social class. Learn how to use this adjective with examples, synonyms, and translations from Cambridge Dictionary.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › genteelGenteel Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the origin, synonyms, and usage of the word genteel, which means having an aristocratic quality or flavor, or being elegant and polite. See examples of genteel in sentences and compare it with related words like gentle and gentile.

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    Genteel means old-fashioned, polite, or calm and gentle, especially in a high social class. Learn more about its usage, pronunciation, and translations from the Cambridge Dictionary.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › genteelGENTEEL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    adjective. affectedly proper or refined; excessively polite. respectable, polite, and well-bred. a genteel old lady. appropriate to polite or fashionable society. genteel behaviour.

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishgenteel adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adjective genteel, which can describe people, places or manners. Find out the origin, synonyms and examples of genteel in different contexts.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › genteelGenteel - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Although the adjective genteel means high-class and refined, it is often used today in a somewhat mocking tone, as though good manners and elegance are passé. Still, it would be nice if more people were a little more genteel.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishGENTEEL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Genteel means respectable, well-mannered, and coming from a high social class. It can also describe a place that is quiet and traditional, but may be old-fashioned and dull. See pronunciation, word origin, and usage examples.