Suave

/swɑːv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Charming, confident, and elegant in manner or style.

His suave demeanor made a lasting impression at the gala.

Smoothly agreeable or polite; sophisticated.

She was impressed by his suave approach to negotiating the deal.

Having a smooth and polished quality or appearance.

The suave finish on the car gave it a luxurious look.

From Latin 'suavis', meaning 'sweet, agreeable'.

suave as a fox

Very smooth and clever, often in a deceptive way.

suave and debonair

Having a sophisticated charm and confidence.

urbane

Having the refined manners of a sophisticated person.

smooth-talker

A person who speaks in a persuasive and charming manner.

Cool and charismatic

He's so suave, every party he goes to, he ends up being the center of attention.

Flirtatious but charming

That guy is suave; he flirts without making it obvious.