Synonyms for
Gentleman
Definition
A man who is polite, kind, and behaves well towards others.
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Common collocations
- a true gentleman
- a perfect gentleman
- gentleman's agreement
- gentleman's club
- gentleman caller
- gentleman's sport
Word family
noun gentleman
adjective gentlemanly
Usage note
While historically referring to a man of good social standing, 'gentleman' is now often used to describe a man of courtesy and good manners, regardless of social class. It can also be used humorously or ironically.
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Example sentences
- The gentleman took off his hat when he entered the room.
- He was a true gentleman and always treated others with respect.
- My grandfather was a gentleman and always wore a suit and tie.
- The gentleman helped the woman carry her groceries to her car.
- He opened the door for the lady, as a gentleman should.
Quotes
A gentleman is someone who does not what he wants to do, but what he should do.
Being male is a matter of birth. Being a man is a matter of age. But being a gentleman is a matter of choice.
A gentleman is someone who can play the accordion, but doesn't.