as in civilized
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
he's remarkably couth for someone who grew up in a small town with limited cultural opportunities
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as in accomplishment
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
their future son-in-law's lack of couth was of some concern to this patrician couple
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Recent Examples of couth
Alexandra Hall, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2023
Even some of Durant’s Warriors’ teammates manifested their artsiness in less-than-couth ways.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 11 June 2019
Noun
And a cluster of unquestionably lovely businesses have been bolstering the towns’ dreamy ideal since the ‘70s—couth spots like The White Barn Inn, and Ocean at The Cape Arundel Inn, both perfect for Muffy and Chip to get G&Ts between croquet and a dependably exquisite prix fixe.
—Alexandra Hall, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2023
Even some of Durant’s Warriors’ teammates manifested their artsiness in less-than-couth ways.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 11 June 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for couth
Adjective
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Going back to child labor policies reminiscent of the Gilded Age is not an answer in a civilized society to address worker shortages and disrupted supply chains.—
Thomas Kennedy,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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And Smith wants to use it as a stage for something sprawling and meaningful — the latest pronouncement on how savage the supposedly civilized become when the chips are down.—
Mike Hale,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
Noun
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By granting autonomy and ownership over tasks, employees can better manage stress and enhance their sense of accomplishment and contentment.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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President Trump, in his 2025 address to the joint session of Congress, on March 4, 2025, sought to highlight the accomplishments of the opening weeks of his second administration.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But when the rich and cultured Princess Casamassima befriends him, Hyacinth becomes enamored of her lifestyle.—
Max Chapnick,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Remember, buttermilk is already cultured and tangy, so a little age isn't a deal breaker.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Cycle Around Ancient Temples in Sukhothai Photo: Getty Images Sukhothai is regarded as the birthplace of Thai civilization and in the 13th century served as the capital of the first Thai kingdom.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2025
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Many of the objects in the collection date back thousands of years, covering the entire span of Egyptian civilization.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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After seeing how reluctant to move the horse was, their older sibling decided to jump in and help delay their owner's departure—albeit, with much gentler manners.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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For more on how to lose your clothes but not your manners, have a look at our perennial guide to nude beach etiquette.—
CNN,
The Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Again, this is hybrid intelligence: code plus culture, algorithms plus empathy.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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The series examines the lives of icons, underdogs and rising stars to find out who the people are shaping our culture — for real.—
Josh Rottenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
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This insight should guide the refinement of website features and content to align with the needs of different customer segments.—
Kimberli Lewis,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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That early success set Berry on a path of rigorous testing, CAD modeling, and product refinement—culminating in the Drain Defender®, which now holds two U.S. patents.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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Diesel school buses average 6 to 8 miles per gallon, so going electric will result in big fuel savings for local school districts, letting more of our local tax dollars go to education spending.—
James Brock,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2025
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His mother, who stayed at home, pressed the value of education.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Couth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couth. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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