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urbanity [ɜːˈbænɪtɪ] n pl -ties
1. the quality of being urbane 2. (usually plural) civilities or courtesies ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
urbanity noun sophistication, culture, polish, charm, grace, courtesy, elegance, refinement, civility, worldliness, suavity, mannerliness He had all the charm and urbanity of the trained diplomat. Translations urbanity n (of person, manner) → weltmännische Art, Gewandtheit f, → Urbanität f (geh); (= civility) → Höflichkeit f; (of manner, words) → Verbindlichkeit f How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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"He would be wanting in wits, senora countess," said the duke, "who did not perceive your worth by your person, for at a glance it may be seen it deserves all the cream of courtesy and flower of polite usage;" and raising her up by the hand he led her to a seat beside the duchess, who likewise received her with great urbanity. He treated the grim warriors with his usual urbanity. Their advances were received with great urbanity, but in most instances with that unembarrassed manner that is fatal to hope. |
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