suavity

Meanings

• adjective

  The quality of being smoothly and pleasantly charming or attractive.

  - "His suavity and charm made him a popular figure at social events."
  - "She was impressed by his suavity and politeness."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with suavity
gravity , reverie , complicity

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Variants

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suave , suavely , suaveness , suavenesses , suaver , suavest , suavities , suavity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'suavis' meaning 'agreeable' or 'pleasant'.

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Trivia

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1. Suavity was a popular quality in the court of King Henry VIII of England.

2. Suavity is often used to describe the qualities of luxury brands and high-end products.

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Related Concepts

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1. grace: Both suavity and grace refer to the pleasing qualities of an individual, but grace often implies a more natural and effortless elegance, while suavity suggests a more deliberate and calculated charm.

2. politeness: Politeness is a related concept to suavity, as both involve being considerate and respectful towards others. However, politeness is more focused on adhering to social norms and rules, while suavity is more focused on charisma and charm.

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Quotes

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1. Bobby gets a lot of tough love at home. As "suave" and polite as he seems to outsiders, he has "two personalities," says his stepmother Wille. "He's a con artist." His parents kicked him out of the house in August, trying to scare him after he came home drunk at 5 a. m.

   - Stacy Perman,{it}Time{/it},25 Oct. 1999

2. I am pleased, also, to think I pulled it off. I didn't do anything too stupid or gauche, and even though it was my first time at a spa, I managed to bluff my way through in a suitably "suave", urbane fashion without any embarrassing social gaffes.

   - Will Ferguson,{it}Beauty Tips From Moose Jaw{/it},2004

3. When she had been Miss Tampa, a "suave" major leaguer had courted her till she found out he was married, with children.

   - Frank Deford,{it}Sports Illustrated{/it},19 Mar. 2001

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Culture

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Suavity has been a desirable quality in literature, art, and society throughout history. In literature, suave characters often appear in romantic novels and are portrayed as charming, sophisticated, and refined. In art, suavity is often depicted in the form of elegant and graceful figures or scenes. In music, suave melodies and rhythms are used to evoke a sense of calm and refinement.

How to Memorize "suavity"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a smooth and elegant person moving gracefully and charming everyone around them.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'suavity' with the feeling of being charmed and attracted to someone's smooth and pleasing demeanor.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Smooth And Unforgettable Attraction' to remember the meaning of suavity.

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