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- Dictionarygenteel/dʒɛnˈtiːl/
adjective
- 1. characterized by exaggerated or affected politeness, refinement, or respectability: "her genteel upbringing"
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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.
- English (US)
GENTEEL meaning: 1. typical of a high social class: 2. being...
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- Genteelly
GENTEELLY definition: 1. in a polite, gentle, or graceful...
- English (US)
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.
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.
affectedly proper or refined; excessively polite. respectable, polite, and well-bred. a genteel old lady. appropriate to polite or fashionable society. genteel behaviour.
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.
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.
Genteel means respectable, well-mannered, and coming from a high social class. It can also describe a quiet and traditional place or area. See pronunciation, word origin, and usage examples of genteel.