Meaning & Definition of Urbane in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Having the polish and suavity regarded as characteristic of sophisticated social life in major cities.

  Example Sentence: His urbane manner made him popular at the international conference.

• Definition: Reflective of the cultural development typically associated with urban society.

  Example Sentence: The film showcased an urbane style that appealed to city dwellers.

• Definition: Smoothly courteous and suave; sophisticated.

  Example Sentence: She appreciated his urbane charm during their dinner.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'urbanus' meaning 'of the city'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• urbane society: A refined social environment typical of city life.
• urbane wit: A clever, sophisticated sense of humor.

Translations

• Spanish: urbano

• French: urbain

• German: urbane

• Russian: урбанистический

Related Words

• urban: Related to a city or town.

• urbaneity: The quality of being urbane, polished, or sophisticated.

Slang Meanings of urbane

• Meaning: Stylish urbanite

  Example Sentence: He's such an urbane, always dressed to impress.

• Meaning: City-sophisticated

  Example Sentence: Her urbane taste in art makes her the go-to person for gallery openings.