genteel


Definition: Meaning of, genteel in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dʒɛnˈtiːl /

  • adjective
  • synonym
  • antonym
Word Forms:
Positive Comparative Superlative
N/A N/A N/A
  1. polite, gentle, or graceful
    SYNONYM
    Not found!
    ANTONYM
    Not found!
  2. old-fashioned from or relating to a good social class
    SYNONYM
    Not found!
    ANTONYM
    Not found!
synonym
antonym

genteel used in phrases

  • shabby-genteel (adjective)
    1. trying to maintain dignity and self respect despite shabbiness
  • More