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gentleman

UK
/ˈdʒɛntəlmən/
US
/ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

Translations

gentlemannoun
gentlemen
pl
UK
/ˈdʒɛntəlmən/
US
/ˈdʒɛntəlmən/
He is a true gentleman, always opening doors for others.
Он настоящий джентльмен, всегда открывает двери для других.
She was escorted by a charming gentleman at the ball.
На балу её сопровождал очаровательный кавалер.
Additional translations
господин
Synonyms
gent
gentlemanly person
nobleman
sir
man
Antonyms
woman
lady
gentlemanadjective
UK
/ˈdʒentlmən/
US
/ˈdʒɛntlmən/
Used attributively (e.g., ‘gentleman farmer’) to denote something characteristic of or associated with a gentleman.
Synonyms
considerate
decent
respectable
gallant
urbane
civil
well-mannered
polite
courteous
chivalrous
gentlemanly

Definitions

gentlemannoun
A man of good family, breeding, or social position.
He was considered a gentleman due to his noble lineage and refined manners.
A man who is polite, courteous, and considerate in behavior.
He opened the door for her, proving himself to be a true gentleman.
A man who is cultured, educated, and well-mannered.
As a gentleman, he always knew the right thing to say in any social situation.
A man who is chivalrous and honorable.
The gentleman offered his seat to the elderly woman on the crowded bus.
Used as a polite or formal term of address or reference for a man, regardless of his social status.
Ladies and gentlemen, please take your seats.
A male personal servant or valet in the household of a person of rank (historical).
The duke’s gentleman laid out his evening attire.
gentlemanadjective
Characteristic of, appropriate to, or associated with a gentleman; gentlemanly or decorous.
The club enforced a gentleman standard of attire, requiring jackets and ties.
Designating a man who pursues an occupation or activity as an amateur rather than as a professional.
Charles Darwin began as a gentleman scientist, funding his own research and voyages.
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