noun
- plural of courtliness; the quality of being courtly; refined elegance and politeness characteristic of a royal court
Usage: formal; typically used in literary or historical contexts
Examples
- The ambassador's courtlinesses impressed everyone at the state dinner.
- Medieval literature often celebrated the courtlinesses of noble knights.
- Her courtlinesses and refined manners made her a favorite among the aristocracy.
- The courtlinesses displayed in the royal palace reflected centuries of tradition.
- Despite his wealth, he lacked the courtlinesses expected of a gentleman.
- The novel portrayed various courtlinesses of different European courts.