Courtly

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈkɔːtli/ RP
• US IPA: /ˈkÉ”rtli/

Origin

From court + -ly.

Full definition of courtly

Adjective

1. Suitable for a royal court; refined, dignified.
• 1598, William Shakespeare, , III. ii. 666:Corin. You have too courtly a wit for me; I’ll rest.
2. Obsequious, flattering.