GRE Word List

URBANE

notably polite or polished in manner

The meaning of the word urbane is notably polite or polished in manner.

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WordMeaning
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
raimentclothing
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character