genteel
gen.teel \jen-'te-(*)l\ \-'te-(*)l-le-\ aj [ME gentil gentle] 1a: having an
aristocratic quality or flavor : STYLISH 1b: of or relating to the gentry
or upper class 1c: elegant or graceful in manner, appearance, or shape
1d: free from vulgarity or rudeness : POLITE 2a: maintaining or striving
to maintain the appearance of superior or midd le-class social status or
respectability 2b1: marked by false delicacy, prudery, or affectation 2b2:
conventionally or insipidly pretty {timid and ~ artistic styl e} -
gen.teel.ly av