Fly and Genteel

Fly

Fly adjective - (British informal) not to be deceived or hoodwinked.

Genteel and fly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Genteel" instead an adjective "Fly".

Nearby Words: flying, flyer

Genteel

Genteel adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

Fly and genteel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fly" instead an adjective "Genteel".

Nearby Word: genteelly

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