genteelly
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7.2
- adverb
- /dʒɛnˈtiːli/
- Archaic
:
con elegancia
- And there is a somewhat disconcerting possibility that Politico's book suggests when it claims Emanuel has genteelly opined that "voters don't give a fuck about that stuff," referring to super PAC spending.
Examples
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But they won't take me unless I can talk more genteelly.
Blog text (12) -
The Indianapolis scenes, in which senior partner Randall Killigan goes about genteelly bashing in the heads of opposing counsel, show Dooling at his most scathingly satirical.
Academic text (1998) -
It was genteelly unobtrusive, entered from a side aisle, and was located well towards the back.
Fiction book (1991) -
Ortega and Flint nodded genteelly to each mourner in turn.
Fiction book (1995) -
She smiles dazzlingly as she sits and arranges her hands genteelly on her lap.
Fiction book (2002) -
Two young black wolves jumped into the water, and others pounced on each other and played, while their elders lapped genteelly at the cool water and found comfortable places to nap.
Blog text (26) -
She speaks genteelly, always using polite language and elegant expressions.
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The guests were greeted genteelly by the host, who made sure everyone felt comfortable.
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He moved genteelly, careful not to disturb the quiet atmosphere of the room.
Synonyms
108
1.0
In a way that shows respect for other people
101
2.3
In a polite way to someone
56
2.8
In a smooth and beautiful way that looks controlled
41
3.9
In a kind and polite way that shows respect
22
3.9
In a graceful and stylish way
12
4.2
In a polite and respectful way
4
2.8
In a polite and respectful way
3
4.2
To move or act in a small, careful, delicate way
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7.4
In a smooth, confident way that charms people
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7.8
In a polite and brave way towards others
In a way that shows good taste and polite manners
In a polite, confident way that shows good manners
In a way that shows the calm, elegant style of a rich, important person
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Etymology
The word genteelly comes from genteel, which comes from old words meaning 'well born' or 'of good family'. Think of a gentleman who is polite and elegant, so to act genteelly is to behave in a refined, polite way.