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
It is better wither to be silent, or to say things of more
value than silence. Sooner throw a pearl at hazard than an
idle or useless word; and do not say a little in many words,
but a great deal in a few.