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DEBONAIRE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does debonaire mean?
• DEBONAIRE (adjective)
The adjective DEBONAIRE has 2 senses:
1. having a sophisticated charm
2. having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
Familiarity information: DEBONAIRE used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Having a sophisticated charm
Synonyms:
debonair; debonaire; debonnaire; suave
Context example:
a debonair gentleman
Similar:
refined ((used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
Synonyms:
chipper; debonair; debonaire; jaunty
Context example:
a jaunty optimist
Similar:
cheerful (being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits)
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