urbanity
noun [ U ] approving uk/ɜːˈbæn.ə.ti/ us/ɝːˈbæn.ə.t̬i/
从容自信,温文尔雅
the fact or quality of being urbane (= confident, relaxed, and polite)
The book is a pleasure to read, reminding us of its author's characteristic wit and urbanity. 这本书读起来很愉快,让我们体会到作者特有的机智和文雅。
The Emperor accepted this apology with characteristic graciousness and urbanity. 皇帝以特有的风度和优雅接受了这个道歉。
See: urbane
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- The more of us who behave with civility and urbanity, the more civility and urbanity there will be.
- The negotiation should be simple for a man of his urbanity and charm.
- Style, grace, urbanity, and a clear sense of identity are the hallmarks of all great cities.