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courtly

part of speech:	adjective
inflections:	courtlier, courtliest
definition 1:	refined and elegant in behavior and manner. antonyms: churlish, uncouth similar words: elegant
definition 2:	having qualities suited to life in a monarch's or noble's court. antonyms: churlish similar words: chivalrous
related words:	ceremonious, chivalrous, gallant, mannerly, polite, romantic


part of speech:	adverb
inflections:	courtlier, courtliest
definition:	in a courtly fashion.
derivation:	courtliness (n.)

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