Genteel (Adjective)
Meaning
Marked by refinement in taste and manners; "cultivated speech"; "cultured Bostonians"; "cultured tastes"; "a genteel old lady"; "polite society".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The elegant ballroom was filled with genteel guests, all of whom were dressed in their finest attire.
- Her genteel upbringing had taught her the importance of good manners and proper etiquette.
- The small town was known for its genteel atmosphere, where neighbors knew each other's names and everyone looked out for one another.
- The professor's genteel demeanor put his students at ease, making them feel comfortable asking questions.
- The historic mansion had been restored to its former genteel glory, with intricate woodwork and ornate furnishings.