gentlemanly
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- gentlemanliness noun
- pseudogentlemanly adverb
- quasi-gentlemanly adverb
- ungentlemanly adjective
Etymology
Origin of gentlemanly
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; gentleman, -ly
Example Sentences
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He also won his third Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, which goes to the player exhibiting the best sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct in the NHL.
From Los Angeles Times
But the full weight of the law was not needed as what was described as a "gentlemanly exchange" took place.
From BBC
His gentlemanly ways were both deplored and adored in equal measure.
From BBC
John Simon fit the acerbic bill so well that he even appeared on an episode of “The Odd Couple,” along with the more gentlemanly example of Los Angeles Times theater critic Daniel Sullivan.
From Los Angeles Times
Aguilar also became a huge concert attraction across the Americas with a gentlemanly vocal style that harks back to 20th century Mexico — an intoxicating blend of jubilant ranchera and misty bolero pathos.
From Los Angeles Times
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