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
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
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blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
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incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
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notableworthy of note : remarkable