Courtly (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

adjective, court·li·er, court·li·est.
  1. polite, refined, or elegant: courtly manners.
  2. flattering; obsequious.
  3. noting, pertaining to, or suitable for the court of a sovereign.
adverb
  1. in a courtly manner; politely or flatteringly.
adjective -lier or -liest
  1. of or suitable for a royal court
  2. refined in manner
  3. ingratiating
Courtly (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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