Genteel
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Meanings of Genteel
Adjective
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Polite and well-mannered, like someone who knows how to behave nicely.
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Stylish or elegant, like wearing nice clothes.
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Acting in a way that shows good manners, like saying 'please' and 'thank you'.
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Having a fancy or special way of doing things, like a royal person.
Explanation of the word: Genteel
Genteel means being polite and nice. It's like when someone uses good manners and treats others kindly.
Translations for the word: Genteel
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Genteel
The word 'genteel' means being polite, well-mannered, and often related to the upper class or high society.
You pronounce 'genteel' like 'jen-teel'.
The word 'genteel' comes from the Latin word 'gentilis', which means 'of the same family or clan'.
The word 'genteel' in Kannada is 'ಶ್ರೇಷ್ಠ' (Śreṣṭha).