urbane — showing the polished manners and sophisticated behavior associated with city life; suave and refined
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing the polished manners and sophisticated behavior associated with city life; suave and refined
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɜːrbeɪn/
Example Sentences
- Despite being a billionaire, he remained urbane and approachable to everyone.
- Her urbane response to the rude comment impressed even her critics.
- The country mouse felt intimidated by his urbane city cousin's sophisticated lifestyle.
urbane
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɜːrbeɪn/]
showing the polished manners and sophisticated behavior associated with city life; suave and refined
The urbane diplomat charms every guest with effortless wit at the embassy gala.
The urbane gentleman lets his domain speak while he chooses to refrain.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'urbanus' meaning 'of the city' or 'city-dwelling,' derived from 'urbs' meaning 'city.' The word entered English in the 16th century and retained its association with the refinement and polish characteristic of city dwellers.
Breakdown
Latin urb- (city) + -anus (adjective suffix indicating belonging to) = urbanus (of the city) → urbane (refined and sophisticated)
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📝Examples
“Despite being a billionaire, he remained urbane and approachable to everyone.”
“Her urbane response to the rude comment impressed even her critics.”
“The country mouse felt intimidated by his urbane city cousin's sophisticated lifestyle.”
“Even when announcing bad news, the urbane CEO managed to sound reassuring.”
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