Gent — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Gent
Gent (adjective)
- pretty, graceful
Gent (noun)
- gentleman
Gent (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an adult male human being
"ladies and gents"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gent
The most common words with a similar meaning to Gent:
Origin & Etymology of Gent
Middle English, "of aristocratic birth, graceful, beautiful," borrowed from Anglo-French, going back to Latin genitus, past participle of gignere "to engender" kin:1
First known use: 13th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Gent
What does "Gent" mean?
"Gent" means pretty, graceful. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: pretty, graceful.
What is another word for "Gent"?
Other words for "Gent" include bastard, bloke, buck, cat, chap, chappie, dude and fella. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gent" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Gent"?
There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gent". Common alternatives include bastard, bloke, buck, cat, chap, chappie, dude, fella, fellow and galoot.
How do you use "Gent" in a sentence?
Examples of "Gent" in a sentence: "ladies and gents".
Is "Gent" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Gent" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Gent"?
"Gent" is pronounced /ˈjent/.
What is the origin of the word "Gent"?
"Gent" comes from Middle English, "of aristocratic birth, graceful, beautiful," borrowed from Anglo-French, going back to Latin genitus, past participle of gignere "to engender" kin:1. First known use: 13th century.
What is another word for "Gent" meaning "an adult male human being"?
When "Gent" (noun) means an adult male human being, synonyms include bastard, bloke, buck, cat, chap and chappie.