gentility
UK/dʒen'tiliti/US
TOEFLC2
Definitions
n.
The quality of being refined and well-bred; the gentry as a class
高雅，有教养；绅士阶层
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedgenteelbirth, produce, kind
+
-itystate, quality, condition
=gentility
The noun of genteel: refinement of manner and breeding. Often in 'genteel poverty' / 'shabby gentility' — keeping up appearances of refinement despite reduced means. See genteel.
Common Collocations
- 1.faded gentility褪色的高雅
- 2.shabby gentility落魄的体面
- 3.air of gentility高雅的气质
Example Sentences
- 1.
An air of faded gentility clung to the old house.
- 2.
She prized gentility above wealth.