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genteel

The correct spelling is genteel.

How to pronounce genteel

adjective

IPA: /dʒɛnˈtiːl/

Say it like: Jen-tee-l

The correct spelling is genteel. Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.

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Definition

adjective

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

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