Genteel
(adjective)
- Refined and well-mannered, often in an affected or insincere way.
- Having or showing refinement and good manners, often in an affected or insincere way.
Origin:
The word "genteel" comes from the french word "gentil" which means "of good birth or breeding". it was first used in the 17th century.
Examples:
- She had a genteel accent and manners.
- The party had a genteel atmosphere.
- He had a genteel way of speaking.
- The restaurant had a genteel decor.
- She had a genteel manner that was not genuine.