1. plural of genteel­ness; the quality or state of being genteel; refined, polite, or well-mannered behavior or appearance
Usage: countable and uncountable uses; often implies affected or exaggerated politeness

Examples

• The Victorian era was known for its emphasis on genteelnesses and proper etiquette.
• She maintained an air of genteelnesses despite her humble background.
• The various genteelnesses expected in high society can seem excessive to modern observers.
• His affected genteelnesses made him seem insincere to his peers.
• The novel satirizes the genteelnesses of the upper class.
• Different cultures have different standards of genteelnesses in social interaction.