Associations to the word «Politeness»
Noun
- Etiquette
- Deference
- Breeding
- Courtesy
- Benevolence
- Elegance
- Formality
- Universal
- Propriety
- Compliment
- Maxim
- Gallantry
- Modesty
- Leech
- Hearer
- Tact
- Gentleness
- Decency
- Delicacy
- Pronoun
- Quixote
- Hospitality
- Kindness
- Familiarity
- Manner
- Irony
- Sancho
- Refinement
- Ladyship
- Sincerity
- Generosity
- Relevance
- Pretence
- Discourse
- Hostess
- Magnificence
- Intercourse
- Composure
- Gentleman
- Acknowledgment
- Watts
- Javanese
- Waverley
- Monsieur
- Invitation
- Indifference
- Wit
- Dignity
- Mademoiselle
- Sake
- Czar
- Humour
- Conversation
- Curiosity
- Eats
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
POLITENESS, noun. The quality of being polite.
Dictionary definition
POLITENESS, noun. A courteous manner that respects accepted social usage.
POLITENESS, noun. The act of showing regard for others.
Wise words
Abuse of words has been the great instrument of sophistry
and chicanery, of party, faction, and division of society.