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debonair

ˌdɛbəˈnɛː

adjective

confident, stylish, and charming (typically used of a man).

all the men looked debonair and handsome in white tie and tails

suave,urbane,sophisticated,cultured,self-possessed,self-assured,confident,charming,gracious,well mannered,civil,courteous,gallant,chivalrous,gentlemanly,refined,polished,well bred,genteel,dignified,courtly,well dressed,well groomed,well turned out,elegant,stylish,smart,dashing,dapper,spruce,trim,attractive,soigné,smooth,swish,swanky,snappy,sharp,cool,spiffy,fly,on fleek,mannerly,trig,gentle

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cultivated

ˈkʌltɪveɪtɪd

adjective

refined and well educated.

he was a remarkably cultivated and educated man

cultured,educated,well read,well informed,civilized,enlightened,discerning,discriminating,refined,polished,sophisticated,urbane,cosmopolitan,courteous,polite,well mannered,mannerly,gracious,couth

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courtly

ˈkɔːtli

adjective

very polite or refined, as befitting a royal court.

he gave a courtly bow

refined,polished,cultivated,cultured,civilized,stylish,elegant,sophisticated,urbane,suave,debonair,polite,civil,courteous,gracious,well mannered,well bred,chivalrous,gallant,gentlemanly,ladylike,honourable,genteel,aristocratic,dignified,decorous,formal,ceremonious,stately,proper,couth,gentle

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courtliest

ˈkɔːtli

adjective

very polite or refined, as befitting a royal court.

he gave a courtly bow

refined,polished,cultivated,cultured,civilized,stylish,elegant,sophisticated,urbane,suave,debonair,polite,civil,courteous,gracious,well mannered,well bred,chivalrous,gallant,gentlemanly,ladylike,honourable,genteel,aristocratic,dignified,decorous,formal,ceremonious,stately,proper,couth,gentle

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courtlier

ˈkɔːtli

adjective

very polite or refined, as befitting a royal court.

he gave a courtly bow

refined,polished,cultivated,cultured,civilized,stylish,elegant,sophisticated,urbane,suave,debonair,polite,civil,courteous,gracious,well mannered,well bred,chivalrous,gallant,gentlemanly,ladylike,honourable,genteel,aristocratic,dignified,decorous,formal,ceremonious,stately,proper,couth,gentle

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courteous

ˈkəːtɪəs

adjective

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner.

she was courteous and obliging to all

polite,well mannered,civil,respectful,deferential,well behaved,well bred,gentlemanly,chivalrous,gallant,ladylike,genteel,cultivated,gracious,obliging,kind,considerate,pleasant,cordial,genial,affable,thoughtful,urbane,well brought up,well spoken,formal,proper,polished,refined,decorous,courtly,civilized,tactful,discreet,diplomatic,decent,mannerly

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cordial

ˈkɔːdɪəl

adjective

warm and friendly.

the atmosphere was cordial and relaxed

friendly,warm,genial,affable,amiable,pleasant,fond,affectionate,warm-hearted,good-natured,gracious,hospitable,welcoming,sincere,earnest,wholehearted,heartfelt,hearty,enthusiastic,eager

noun

a sweet fruit-flavoured drink.

wine cups and fruit cordials

squash,crush,concentrate

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chivalrous

ˈʃɪv(ə)lrəs

adjective

courteous and gallant, especially towards women (typically used of a man or his behaviour).

shall I be chivalrous and offer you my coat?

gallant,gentlemanly,honourable,respectful,thoughtful,considerate,protective,attentive,courteous,polite,gracious,well mannered,urbane,courtly,mannerly,gentle

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caring

ˈkɛːrɪŋ

adjective

displaying kindness and concern for others.

a caring and invaluable friend

kind,kind-hearted,warm-hearted,soft-hearted,tender,feeling,concerned,attentive,thoughtful,solicitous,responsible,considerate,affectionate,loving,doting,fond,warm,benevolent,benign,humane,good-natured,gentle,mild,indulgent,sympathetic,understanding,receptive,compassionate,charitable,gracious,long-suffering,patient

noun

the work or practice of looking after those unable to care for themselves, especially on account of age or illness.

the caring professions

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benignant

/bəˈnɪɡnənt/

adjective

Kindly and benevolent.

an old man, with a face noble and benignant

kindly,kind,warm-hearted,good-natured,friendly,warm,affectionate,agreeable,amiable,good-humoured,genial,congenial,cordial,approachable,tender,tender-hearted,soft-hearted,gentle,sympathetic,compassionate,caring,considerate,thoughtful,helpful,well disposed,obliging,accommodating,generous,big-hearted,unselfish,benevolent,gracious,liberal,indulgent

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benign

/bəˈnaɪn/

adjective

Gentle and kindly.

his benign but firm manner

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benevolent

/bəˈnɛvələnt/

adjective

Well meaning and kindly.

a benevolent smile

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affable

/ˈæfəb(ə)l/

adjective

Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to.

an affable and agreeable companion

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