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English > 1 sense of the word shabby-genteel:
ADJECTIVEallshabby-genteeltrying to maintain dignity and self respect despite shabbiness
English > shabby-genteel: 1 sense > adjective 1
Meaningtrying to maintain dignity and self respect despite shabbiness.
BroaderproudFeeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth