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
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principles are fixed, but the manner in which the principles
of generation are used is free and infinitely varied. Even
the interpretation and use of words involves a process of
free creation.