genteel — refined or respectable, often in a way that is only superficial
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: refined or respectable, often in a way that is only superficial
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒenˈtiːl/
Korean meaning: 품위 있는, 교양 있는 (종종 겉치레의)
Korean pronunciation: 젠**틸**
Example Sentences
- His genteel pronunciation couldn't hide the fact that he learned English from YouTube.
- The family maintained their genteel lifestyle despite their dwindling fortune.
- She gave a genteel cough before announcing that someone had stolen her designer handbag.
genteel
ADJECTIVE//dʒenˈtiːl//
refined or respectable, often in a way that is only superficial
A woman displays genteel mannerisms while judging others in the tea salon
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Her genteel appeal cannot forever conceal what her eyes reveal.
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Origin
From French 'gentil' meaning noble or well-born, derived from Latin 'gentilis' meaning of the same family or clan. The word was adopted into English in the 16th century to describe people of refined or upper-class status.
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“His genteel pronunciation couldn't hide the fact that he learned English from YouTube.”
“The family maintained their genteel lifestyle despite their dwindling fortune.”
“She gave a genteel cough before announcing that someone had stolen her designer handbag.”
“The genteel old lady shocked everyone by winning the hot dog eating contest.”
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