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la·dy·like
 ladylike
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- pronunciation:
- leI
di
laIk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
like, characteristic of, or befitting a lady; cultivated; refined; well-bred.
a ladylike figureladylike manners- synonyms:
- cultivated, dignified, refined, respectable, well-bred
- antonyms:
- coarse
- similar words:
- courteous, cultured, decorous, finished, genteel, mannerly, polished
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| definition 2: |
too concerned with or aware of etiquette or the like.
her ladylike consternation at his vulgar speech- similar words:
- conventional, uptight
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| related words: |
polite, refined, well-bred |
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| derivation: |
ladylikeness (n.) |
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