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Synonyms & Similar Words
sophisticated
elegant
refined
polished
courteous
charming
debonair
urbane
smooth
gracious
affable
genial
suave
gallant
chivalrous
courteous
civilized
cultured
courteous
mannerly
polite
courtly
dignified
gracious
hospitable
amiable
cordial
warm
friendly
sociable
convivial
charming
winsome
engaging
captivating
alluring
enticing
persuasive
smooth-talking
slick
silver-tongued
Meaning of Suave
Having a smooth and charming quality
Definitions
- Having a smooth and charming quality, typically in a way that is considered attractive or appealing
- * (of a person or their manner) charmingly and smoothly elegant
Etymology of Suave
The word "suave" has its roots in the Latin word "suavis," meaning sweet or pleasant, which is also the source of the English word "sweet"
It entered the English language in the 17th century, initially used to describe something as sweet or agreeable, and later developed to describe a person's charming and elegant manner
Example Uses
- He was a suave and sophisticated gentleman, always dressed impeccably and speaking with a smooth tone
- * The suave salesman convinced her to buy the expensive car with his charming smile and persuasive words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
coarse
crude
rough
rude
impolite
brusque
blunt
curt
gruff
harsh
unpleasant
disagreeable
unrefined
uncouth
boorish
loutish
oafish
awkward
clumsy
inelegant
ungracious
uncharming
unattractive
repellent
off-putting
unpleasant
unappealing