genteel

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of genteel with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

genteel

(adjective)

Meaning

refined and respectable in manner

Example

"The genteel atmosphere of the tea party made everyone feel at ease."

Synonyms

refinedelegantpolite

Antonyms

uncouthboorishvulgar

More about this word

Word origin
From French 'gentil', meaning noble or well-born.
Related word forms
  • adverb: genteelly
  • noun: genteelness

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