gentility
US /dʒenˈtɪl.ə.t̬i/
UK /dʒenˈtɪl.ə.ti/
名词
1.
文雅, 高雅, 彬彬有礼
social superiority as demonstrated by polite and refined manners, behavior, or appearance
示例:
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Her natural grace and gentility made her stand out in any crowd.
她天生的优雅和文雅使她在人群中脱颖而出。
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The old mansion exuded an air of faded gentility.
这座老宅散发着一种褪色的文雅气息。
2.
上流社会, 绅士阶层
people of good social position
示例:
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The local gentility gathered for the annual charity ball.
当地的上流社会聚集在一起参加年度慈善舞会。
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They aspired to join the ranks of the landed gentility.
他们渴望加入拥有土地的绅士阶层。