IPA: /dʒɛnˈtiːl/
KK: /dʒɛnˈtiːl/
Definition: Having a refined and elegant style, often associated with good manners and politeness, but sometimes in a way that seems affected or overly formal.
Example: The genteel atmosphere of the tea party made everyone feel at ease.
IPA: //dʒɛnˈtiːəlɪzəm//
KK: /dʒɛnˈtiːəlɪzəm/
Definition: A term or phrase that someone believes is more elegant or polite than a simpler or more common word.
Example: Using 'expectorate' instead of 'spit' is an example of genteelism.
IPA: /dʒɛnˈtiːli/
KK: /dʒɛnˈtiːli/
Definition: In a way that is polite, refined, or well-mannered, often associated with the upper class.
Example: She spoke genteelly, making sure to use proper etiquette at the dinner party.
IPA: /dʒɛnˈtiːl.nəs/
KK: /dʒɛnˈtiːl.nəs/
Definition: The quality of being refined, polite, and well-mannered, often associated with high social status.
Example: Her genteelness was evident in the way she spoke and carried herself at the formal dinner.
IPA: /dʒɛnˈtɪlɪti/
KK: /dʒɛnˈtɪlɪti/
Definition: The quality of being refined, elegant, and well-mannered, often associated with high social status or the gentry.
Example: Her gentility was evident in the way she spoke and carried herself at the formal event.
IPA: /ˈdʒɛntəlmənlɪnəs/
KK: /ˈdʒɛntəlmənlɪnəs/
Definition: The quality of being a gentleman, which includes being polite, respectful, and honorable in behavior.
Example: His gentlemanliness was evident in the way he treated everyone with kindness and respect.
IPA: /ˌdʒɛntrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
KK: /ˌdʒɛntrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition: The process where wealthier people move into a poorer area, improving it but often causing the original residents to leave due to rising costs.
Example: Gentrification has changed the neighborhood, making it more expensive for long-time residents to live there.
IPA: /ˈdʒɛntrɪfaɪər/
KK: /ˈdʒɛntrɪfaɪər/
Definition: A person or group that moves into a neighborhood and contributes to its gentrification, often leading to the displacement of lower-income residents.
Example: The arrival of new cafes and boutiques attracted many gentrifiers to the area.
IPA: /ˈdʒɛn.trɪ.faɪ/
KK: /ˈdʒɛntrɪfaɪ/
Definition: To improve a neighborhood by making it more appealing to middle-class or affluent people, often resulting in the displacement of lower-income residents.
Example: The city plans to gentrify the old industrial area to attract new businesses and residents.
IPA: /ˈdʒɛntri/
KK: /ˈdʒɛntri/
Definition: A social class of people who are of high social status, often landowners or those with good breeding.
Example: The gentry in the region often hosted lavish parties and events.
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