Gentlefolk

usgb/ˈdʒentlfəʊk/
noun

People who are well-mannered, well-educated, or from a good family.

He was raised to be a gentleman, like all the other gentlefolk in his family.
Visual representation of "gentlefolk" - People who are well-mannered, well-educated, or from a good family

Often appears as...

  • quality of gentlefolk
  • among the gentlefolk
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Historical Usage

'Gentlefolk' is old-fashioned and mainly found in historical or period contexts.

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In the novel, the gentlefolk attended the grand ball in elaborate attire.
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Cultural Nuance

'Gentlefolk' implies refinement often associated with the upper classes in past British society.

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The manor was known to be inhabited by gentlefolk of considerable wealth.
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Behavior Implied

Using 'gentlefolk' suggests polite, courteous behavior, not just social status.

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She behaved like gentlefolk should, never raising her voice in public.
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