Associations to the word «Chesterfieldian»

Noun

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Wiktionary

CHESTERFIELDIAN, noun. Someone who acts in a sophisticated, aristocratic manner, reminiscent of the fourth Earl of Chesterfield.
CHESTERFIELDIAN, adjective. In the style of the fourth Earl of Chesterfield, marked by brilliance, wit, and elegance in writing, and aristocratic assurance in life

Wise words

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