Definition of Genteel

polite and well-mannered

Examples of Genteel in a sentence

At the formal dinner, you are expected to behave in a genteel manner.  🔊

Beth’s parents sent her to a finishing school so she would learn how to become a genteel young woman.  🔊

Since this is supposed to be a genteel meeting, I will refrain from calling anyone mean names.  🔊

The judge was pleased by the genteel way the husband and wife treated each other during their divorce hearing.  🔊

Even when the genteel woman got angry, she did not raise her voice.  🔊

The genteel young man used his good manners to impress the college admissions committee.  🔊

When one attends a genteel social event, he or she should always bring a gift for the host.  🔊

Sarah’s genteel upbringing led her to open doors for elderly people.  🔊

Although Tony may dress like a thug, he is actually a genteel man with flawless manners.  🔊

The genteel butler greeted me politely and took my coat.  🔊

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