POLITENESS Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the word politeness. (close relations)
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| civility | nounn | |||||
noun • formal or perfunctory politeness • the act of showing regard for others | ||||||
| affability | nounn | |||||
noun • a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to) | ||||||
| courtesy | nounn | |||||
noun • a courteous or respectful or considerate act • a courteous or respectful or considerate remark • a courteous manner | ||||||
| etiquette | nounn | |||||
noun • rules governing socially acceptable behavior | ||||||
| amiability | nounn | |||||
noun • a cheerful and agreeable mood • a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to) | ||||||
| consideration | nounn | |||||
noun • the process of giving careful thought to something • information that should be kept in mind when making a decision • a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting) • kind and considerate regard for others • a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone • a considerate and thoughtful act | ||||||
| decorum | nounn | |||||
noun • propriety in manners and conduct | ||||||
| gallantry | nounn | |||||
noun • the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) • courtesy towards women • polite attentiveness to women | ||||||
| gentility | nounn | |||||
noun • elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression | ||||||
| graciousness | nounn | |||||
noun • excellence of manners or social conduct • the quality of being kind and gentle | ||||||
| manners | nounn | |||||
noun • social deportment | ||||||
| politesse | nounn | |||||
noun • courtesy towards women | ||||||
| respect | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point • the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) • an attitude of admiration or esteem • a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard • behavior intended to please your parents • a feeling of friendship and esteem • courteous regard for people's feelings verb • regard highly; think much of • show respect towards | ||||||
| tact | nounn | |||||
noun • consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense | ||||||
| thoughtfulness | nounn | |||||
noun • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration • kind and considerate regard for others • the trait of thinking carefully before acting • a considerate and thoughtful act | ||||||
| courtliness | nounn | |||||
noun • elegance suggestive of a royal court | ||||||
| niceness | nounn | |||||
noun • a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage • the quality of nice • the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze | ||||||
