genteelism
The word “genteelism” has 3 syllables: gen-teel-ism
It's pronounced as /dʒɛnˈtiːlɪzəm/
What is synonym and antonym for genteelism?
In the thesaurus, “genteelism” has 24 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for genteelism along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for genteelism
- analogy
- archaism
- byword
- circumlocution
- cliche
- code word
- colloquialism
- cry
- euphemism
- expression
- idiom
- locution
- metaphor
- modernism
- motto
- neologism
- nice-nellyism
- phrase
- provincialism
- shibboleth
- simile
- slogan
- term
- watchword
Antonyms for genteelism
- dysphemism
Meanings of genteelism
- noun
- A nicer word used instead of a vulgar or distasteful word.
Example Sentences
- The author’s choice of words leaned toward genteelism, avoiding any term that might seem too crude.
- Critics accused the politician of hiding harsh realities behind a veil of genteelism.
- In her writing, she often resorts to genteelism to soften the impact of difficult subjects.
- The film’s dialogue was marked by a noticeable genteelism that didn’t fit the gritty storyline.
- His preference for genteelism made his arguments sound polite but vague.
On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to genteelism, such as: analogy, archaism, byword, circumlocution, cliche, code word, colloquialism.
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