Urbane: meaning, definitions and examples
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urbane
[ ษหrหbeษชn ]
social behavior
Urbane refers to a person, especially a man, who is suave, courteous, and polished in manner. This quality is typically associated with sophistication and an appreciation for the finer things in life. An urbane individual often exhibits good taste and is well-mannered in social settings, making them enjoyable companions. The term conjures images of cosmopolitan living and an understanding of cultural nuances.
Synonyms
cultured, polished, refined, sophisticated, suave.
Examples of usage
- He conducted himself in an urbane manner at the gala.
- Her urbane wit charmed the guests at the dinner party.
- The restaurant's urbane ambiance attracted a stylish crowd.
Translations
Translations of the word "urbane" in other languages:
๐ต๐น urbano
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคนเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช urbane
๐ฎ๐ฉ kota
๐บ๐ฆ ะผัััะบะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ miejski
๐ฏ๐ต ้ฝไผ็ใช
๐ซ๐ท urbain
๐ช๐ธ urbano
๐น๐ท ลehirli
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์์ ์ธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุถุฑู
๐จ๐ฟ mฤstskรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ mestskรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅธ็
๐ธ๐ฎ urbani
๐ฎ๐ธ borgaralegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐะปะฐะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแแฅแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ลษhษrli
๐ฒ๐ฝ urbano
Etymology
The word 'urbane' comes from the Latin word 'urbanus', which means 'of the city or of a city dweller'. This Latin term is rooted in 'urbs', meaning 'city'. The adoption of 'urbane' into the English language occurred in the late 17th century, during a time when urbanization was reshaping societies in Europe. It was initially used to describe the characteristics associated with sophisticated city life, setting the standard for social behavior in urban environments. Over the years, 'urbane' has evolved to signify a level of cultural refinement and an approachable yet polished demeanor. Its usage has expanded beyond the confines of the urban elite to encompass anyone exhibiting these qualities, thus enriching the English lexicon.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,648, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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