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What is another word for Polite? – 141 Polite Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    courteous respectful considerate gracious mannerly civil refined cultured well-bred well-mannered gallant chivalrous debonair affable amiable friendly cordial genial hospitable obliging accommodating thoughtful attentive solicitous decorous proper correct diplomatic tactful discreet urbane suave charming pleasant agreeable

    Meaning of Polite

    Having or showing good manners, especially in a way that is formal or traditional (Oxford Dictionary)

    Definitions

    • Showing respect and consideration for others, especially in a way that is formal or traditional (Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
    • Having a pleasant and respectful way of behaving, especially in social situations (Cambridge Dictionary)

    Example Uses

    • The polite waiter refilled our glasses without being asked, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal.
    • It's polite to address your elders with formal titles, such as "Mr." or "Mrs.", until you're explicitly invited to use their first names.
    • The company's customer service team is known for being extremely polite and helpful, which has contributed to its excellent reputation.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    rude impolite disrespectful inconsiderate rude discourteous boorish brutish coarse crude rough harsh abrupt blunt curt brusque gruff surly sullen unfriendly uncooperative unhelpful thoughtless inattentive insolent haughty arrogant

    Related Nouns

    courtesy manners etiquette decorum propriety respect consideration thoughtfulness attentiveness solicitude hospitality gallantry chivalry refinement culture breeding upbringing education training civility politeness graciousness affability

    Related Verbs

    greet welcome address salute bow curtsy thank apologize compliment praise flatter charm enchant delight please obligge accommodate assist help support serve attend wait

    Related Adjectives

    courteous respectful considerate gracious mannerly civil refined cultured well-bred well-mannered gallant chivalrous debonair affable amiable friendly cordial genial hospitable obliging accommodating thoughtful attentive solicitous decorous proper correct diplomatic tactful discreet urbane suave charming