well-bred

[ wel-bred ]

adjective

1. well brought up; properly trained and educated:

   a well-bred boy.

2. showing good breeding, as in behavior or manners.
3. (of animals) of a desirable breed or pedigree.

well-bred

adjective

1. Alsowell-born of respected or noble lineage
2. indicating good breeding

   well-bred manners

3. of good thoroughbred stock

   a well-bred spaniel

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-bred¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Related Words

• aristocratic
• patrician
• urbane
• well-mannered