Genteel

Pronunciation

• IPA: /dÊ’É›nˈtiːl/

Origin

From French gentil

Full definition of genteel

Adjective

1. Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.
2. Polite and well-mannered.
3. Stylish or elegant.
4. Aristocratic

Derived terms

• genteelism