Genteel
Genteel adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.
Obsequious and genteel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Obsequious" instead an adjective "Genteel".
Nearby Word: genteelly
Obsequious
Obsequious adjective - Attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery.
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Synonyms for Obsequious
Genteel and obsequious are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Genteel" instead an adjective "Obsequious".
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