GRE Word List

GENTEEL

having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish

The meaning of the word genteel is having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish.

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WordMeaning
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
markedhaving an identifying mark
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
sibyllineany of several prophetesses usually accepted as 10 in number and credited to widely separate parts of the ancient world (such as Babylonia, Egypt, Greece, and Italy)
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
lasciviousfilled with or showing sexual desire : lewd
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake