urbanity

• Substantivo que designa a cortesia refinada e a elegância de maneiras, bem como a qualidade ou o caráter da vida urbana.

A noun referring to polished courtesy and elegance of manner, or the quality and character of life in a city or town.

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1. Polished courtesyC1formal

   Refined and elegant behavior, politeness, and sophistication in manner.

   Cortesia refinada

   • His urbanity made him a favorite at diplomatic gatherings.
   • She handled the awkward situation with remarkable urbanity.
   • The host's urbanity put all the guests at ease.

   Sinônimoscourtesydecorumelegancegracegraciousnesspolishpolitenessrefinementsophisticationsuavity

   Antônimosbarbarismboorishnesscoarsenessdiscourtesyimpolitenessrudenessuncouthnessvulgarity

2. City life characterC1formal

   The quality, style, or character associated with living in a city or town.

   Caráter urbano

   • The urbanity of the neighborhood was evident in its bustling streets and cafes.
   • He missed the urbanity of London after moving to the countryside.
   • The architecture reflected the urbanity of the modern metropolis.

   Antônimosprovincialismrusticity