Politeness Synonyms and Antonyms

A courteous act or courteous acts that contribute to smoothness and ease in dealings and social relationships
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. courtesy
  2. civility
  3. amenity
  4. refinement
  5. culture
  6. pleasantry
  7. propriety

Words Related to Politeness

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Politeness Sentence Examples

  • The act was out of politeness, because he needed something.

  • Now one of the cardinal rules of politeness is to avoid burdening a stranger with the weight of ones own woes.

  • Dean took a seat and joined her, part politeness, part to guard the remaining slice.

  • Cynthia asked out of politeness as Effie picked up a chocolate chip cookie with dainty fingers.

  • The vicomte was a nice-looking young man with soft features and polished manners, who evidently considered himself a celebrity but out of politeness modestly placed himself at the disposal of the circle in which he found himself.

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