ladylikeness
/ˈleɪdiˌlaɪknəs/
noun
- The quality or behavior of being polite, graceful, and proper in a way traditionally associated with a lady.
- Her ladylikeness was evident in the way she spoke softly and thanked everyone.
- Some people think ladylikeness means being quiet, but it really means being respectful and kind.
- The etiquette teacher praised the students for their ladylikeness during the formal dinner.
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