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Urbanely: meaning, definitions and examples

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urbanely

 

[ หˆษœหr.bษ™n.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

social interactions

The term 'urbanely' refers to behaving or appearing in a refined and courteous manner, often associated with urban sophistication. It implies a certain level of decorum and grace, typical of sophisticated city dwellers. Someone who acts urbanely is likely to be polished and well-mannered, making them pleasant to engage with in social settings. This term often conveys a sense of cultural awareness and adaptability, reflecting the dynamics of contemporary urban life.

Synonyms

elegantly, gracefully, sophisticatedly

Examples of usage

  • She urbanely navigated the crowded party, making everyone feel at ease.
  • His urbanely sophisticated demeanor impressed the guests.
  • They urbanely discussed art and culture over coffee.
  • She urbanely responded to the criticism with poise.

Translations

Translations of the word "urbanely" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น de maneira urbana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคนเคฐเฅ€ เคคเคฐเฅ€เค•เฅ‡ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช urban

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ secara urban

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒั€ะฑะฐะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ miejsko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ƒฝๅธ‚็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท de maniรจre urbaine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de manera urbana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kentsel olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„์‹œ์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฃุณู„ูˆุจ ุญุถุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤ›stsky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mestsky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸŽๅธ‚ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ urbano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ borgaralega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะปะฐะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒšแƒแƒฅแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™hษ™rli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de manera urbana

Word origin

The word 'urbanely' is derived from the adjective 'urban', which comes from the Latin word 'urbanus', meaning 'of the city' or 'pertaining to a city'. The shift in meaning from 'city-like' to 'sophisticated' occurred as urban areas became associated with higher levels of education, culture, and social interactions. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverb, which describes the manner in which actions are carried out. 'Urbanely' has a connotation of civility and refinement that was particularly cultivated in urban centers, where diverse cultures and customs intermingled. Over time, as societal norms evolved, so did the implications of being 'urbanely' sophisticated, linking it to social status and cultural capital. Today, the term is often used in contexts celebrating cosmopolitan lifestyles, reflecting the values associated with modern urban living.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,899, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.