Courtly
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːrtliː/
Courtly (adjective)
- Showing polite and elegant manners, often like those in a royal court.
- Connected to or typical of a royal court and its traditions.
- Expressing admiration or love in a respectful and traditional way.
Examples
- He gave a courtly bow to the guests.
- She spoke in a courtly manner during the meeting.
Common collocations: courtly manners, courtly bow, courtly traditions, courtly event, courtly love