Gentility
noun
The quality of being well-mannered or refined.
Her gentility and grace were admired by everyone at the party.
Often appears as...
- display of gentility
- symbol of gentility
noun
Social superiority as demonstrated by good manners and etiquette.
Her gentility was evident in the way she conducted herself at formal gatherings.
Often appears as...
- mask of gentility
- smokescreen of gentility
noun
The quality of being well-mannered or refined.
Her gentility and grace were admired by everyone at the party.
Often appears as...
- display of gentility
- symbol of gentility
noun
Social superiority as demonstrated by good manners and etiquette.
Her gentility was evident in the way she conducted herself at formal gatherings.
Often appears as...
- mask of gentility
- smokescreen of gentility
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Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Elegance
Gentility often reflects a calm, composed demeanor in social settings, not just fancy clothes or speech.
Despite the chaos, her gentility remained intact as she politely addressed the guests.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Perception
In some cultures, gentility may be linked to old-fashioned or overly formal behaviors, so use cautiously.
His gentility felt out of place in the casual, laid-back atmosphere of the beach bar.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Sincere
Gentility can sometimes mask true feelings or intentions, used as a social strategy.
She cloaked her disapproval with a thin layer of gentility, smiling politely through the meeting.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Elegance
Gentility often reflects a calm, composed demeanor in social settings, not just fancy clothes or speech.
Despite the chaos, her gentility remained intact as she politely addressed the guests.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Perception
In some cultures, gentility may be linked to old-fashioned or overly formal behaviors, so use cautiously.
His gentility felt out of place in the casual, laid-back atmosphere of the beach bar.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Sincere
Gentility can sometimes mask true feelings or intentions, used as a social strategy.
She cloaked her disapproval with a thin layer of gentility, smiling politely through the meeting.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Elegance
Gentility often reflects a calm, composed demeanor in social settings, not just fancy clothes or speech.
Despite the chaos, her gentility remained intact as she politely addressed the guests.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Perception
In some cultures, gentility may be linked to old-fashioned or overly formal behaviors, so use cautiously.
His gentility felt out of place in the casual, laid-back atmosphere of the beach bar.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Sincere
Gentility can sometimes mask true feelings or intentions, used as a social strategy.
She cloaked her disapproval with a thin layer of gentility, smiling politely through the meeting.
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Tornadoes 101 PIPE National...
- They begin life as ghosts, gently coursing through a solitary existence, but slowly, their gentility turns to rage.
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Tornadoes 101 PIPE National...
- They begin life as ghosts, gently coursing through a solitary existence, but slowly, their gentility turns to rage.
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Sid Bernstein
American Producer
I loved England's gentility and its civility. I'm from the Bronx, with a Bronx accent. I love the beauty of its language, the ways it's spoken. I love the green grass of England and the flowers.
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Willie Mays
American Athlete
Baseball is a game, yes. It is also a business. But what is most truly is is disguised combat. For all its gentility, its almost leisurely pace, baseball is violence under wraps.
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John Ciardi
English Dramatist
Gentility is what is left over from rich ancestors after the money is gone.
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Sid Bernstein
American Producer
I loved England's gentility and its civility. I'm from the Bronx, with a Bronx accent. I love the beauty of its language, the ways it's spoken. I love the green grass of England and the flowers.
Quote examples
Willie Mays
American Athlete
Baseball is a game, yes. It is also a business. But what is most truly is is disguised combat. For all its gentility, its almost leisurely pace, baseball is violence under wraps.
Quote examples
John Ciardi
English Dramatist
Gentility is what is left over from rich ancestors after the money is gone.
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