courtly

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Adjective courtly has 1 sense

courtly, elegant, formal, stately - refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court; "a courtly gentleman"
Antonym: undignified (indirect, via dignified)

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courtly

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: relating to or characteristic of a court, especially one that follows elaborate etiquette

Sense 1: displaying refined manners and elegant speech

Example sentence 1: The guests were captivated by the courtly behavior of the prince.

Example sentence 2: The courtly gentleman held the door open for the lady with a polite bow.

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