genteel
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/dʒenˈtiːl/
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/dʒenˈtiːl/
having or showing refined manners or tastes, often associated with a higher social class
She was a genteel woman who always dressed elegantly and spoke softly.
她是一個有教養的女士,總是穿著優雅,說話輕聲細語。
having a refined and old-fashioned quality, possibly a bit dull
The genteel old couple enjoyed their afternoon tea in the garden.
這對有教養的老夫婦在花園裡享受他們的下午茶。