politeness

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/pəˈlaɪtnəs/ English

Definitions

noun

The quality of being polite.

Related words

Synonyms

affability civility courtesy courtliness etiquette niceness courteousness decency comity friendliness kindness favor delicacy sensitivity education vanity upbringing citizenship

Antonyms

impoliteness rudeness

Associated

hearer maxims polite addressee tact deference formality propriety modesty leech manners

Rhymes

tightness rightness triteness brightness whiteness lightness forthrightness slightness radio brightness

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