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gentlemanlike

/ˈdʒen.tl̩.mən.laɪk/

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adjective

/ˈdʒen.tl̩.mən.laɪk/C2formalbritishobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, описывающее поведение или внешность, характерные для джентльмена; в настоящее время в значительной степени заменено словом 'gentlemanly'.

An old-fashioned adjective describing behavior or appearance that is characteristic of a gentleman; now largely replaced by 'gentlemanly'.

  1. Befitting a gentlemanB2formal

    Having the qualities or conduct expected of a well-bred man; courteous, honorable, and refined.

    ruДжентльменский

    • His gentlemanlike behavior made a good impression on her parents.
    • He offered his seat in a gentlemanlike manner.
    • The host greeted everyone with a gentlemanlike warmth.

    Synonymschivalrouscivilcourteousgallantgenteelgentlemanlyhonorablepoliterefined

    Antonymsboorishchurlishdiscourteousill-bredrudeunmannerlyunrefinedvulgar

Forms
  • more gentlemanlike comparative form
  • most gentlemanlike superlative form