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Definition of suave

suave

/swɑːv/
suave
Adverb:suavely
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• adjective

1

Charming, confident, and elegant in manner, especially in a smooth, polished, or worldly way (typically used of a man).

Example

"The suave diplomat effortlessly charmed everyone at the embassy reception."

2

Smooth, mellow, and agreeable to the senses, especially in reference to the flavor or texture of wine or food.

Example

"The sommelier recommended an aged red wine noted for its suave tannins and velvety finish."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Suave' is most commonly applied to men and can sometimes carry a slight undertone of superficiality or calculated charm, whereas 'urbane' implies genuine cultural refinement.

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styracosaurus
styrax
styrofoam
suave
suavely
suaveness
suavity

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 16th century from Middle French suave, from Latin suāvis ('sweet, pleasant, agreeable'), sharing an Indo-European root with the English word 'sweet'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Suave. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/suave
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