Synonyms for Urbane

Definition of urbane

adjective
  1. showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience; "his polished manner"; "maintained an urbane tone in his letters"

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "urbane"

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"Urbane" in song lyrics

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  • "mohawk carpet urbane"
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