1. comparative form of courtly; more refined, elegant, or polite in manner
Usage: comparative form

Examples

• The ambassador's courtlier manner impressed the foreign dignitaries.
• She adopted a courtlier tone when speaking to her grandmother.
• His courtlier behavior at formal events contrasted with his casual demeanor at home.
• The newer diplomat was courtlier than his predecessor.
• Her courtlier approach to negotiations yielded better results.