Genteel
EN→ZH
What Does Genteel Mean?
- 优雅的
- 上流社会的
- 文雅的
Genteel Pronunciation
/dʒɛnˈtiːl/
Genteel Definition
adjective
Definition
Polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or ostentatious way.
In ZH
礼貌的、高雅的，通常以一种做作或炫耀的方式表现出来。
How to Use Genteel in a Sentence
- The genteel atmosphere of the tea room was inviting.
- She spoke in a genteel manner that impressed her guests.
- Despite his genteel upbringing, he often related well to the common people.
- The genteel tradition of the old country club is still alive today.
- Her genteel appearance belied her fierce determination.
Cultural Notes
Historically, 'genteel' referred to the upper classes in British society, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries, and often implied a certain pretentiousness.