suave and debonair meanings

suave --- charming confident andelegant

debonair --- confident stylish and charming.

Essentially they are the same just different words

Yes but not quite, or are they, OP?

“Suave” and “debonair” are plesionyms. Almost a synonym, but not entirely.

I single out the adjective “stylish” vs “elegant”, found in your two definitions. Stylish conjunctures a more contemporary fashion, whereas elegant can be applied even to a 100-year old outfit.

Just my 2 cents..

They have different overtones. To me, “suave” evokes a slightly calculated and seductive manner; “debonair” suits someone who is more playful and devil-may-care.

I just like saying “swave and deboner.”

Agree, R3.

Sadly, the word “plesionym” is totally forgotten.