Debonair ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Debonair ( adjective )

1. Having a charming and pleasant personality; gracious and friendly.
2. Elegant and fashionable in appearance or manners.
3. Nonchalant and confident; carefree.

Origin:

From french débonnaire, from latin debonarius, from de + bonarius ("good").

Examples:

1. He had a debonair smile and a twinkle in his eye.
2. She was a woman of great style and debonair grace.
3. He had a debonair and easy manner that put everyone at ease.
4. He was debonair, yet quiet and reserved.
5. The actor played the part of a debonair thief with great aplomb.

(As a noun)

Debonair ( noun )

1. Having a charming and pleasant personality; gracious and friendly.
2. Elegant and fashionable in appearance or manners.
3. Nonchalant and confident; carefree.

Origin:

From french débonnaire, from latin debonarius, from de + bonarius ("good").

Examples:

1. He had a debonair smile and a twinkle in his eye.
2. She was a woman of great style and debonair grace.
3. He had a debonair and easy manner that put everyone at ease.
4. He was debonair, yet quiet and reserved.
5. The actor played the part of a debonair thief with great aplomb.