well-bred

adjective
UK: /ˌwel ˈbred/
US: /ˌwel ˈbred/

  1. Having or showing good manners, polite behavior, and coming from a high social class.

    1. She is well-bred, always polite.
    2. A well-bred lady knows how to behave in formal situations, demonstrating grace and respect.

  2. Showing or having characteristics of good upbringing and refinement; well-mannered.

    1. He's a well-bred young man.
    2. The well-bred children sent thank-you notes after receiving their gifts, appreciating the gesture.

Synonyms

well-mannered polite refined courteous civil genteel

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "well-bred" in English means: Having or showing good manners, polite behavior, and coming from a high social class., Showing or having characteristics of good upbringing and refinement; well-mannered..

The phonetic transcription of "well-bred" is /ˌwel ˈbred/ in British English and /ˌwel ˈbred/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "well-bred": well-mannered, polite, refined, courteous, civil, genteel.

Example usage of "well-bred": "She is well-bred, always polite.". More examples on the page.