1
as in manners
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
the little girl's politeness greatly impressed her teacher
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2
as in gesture
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
inquiring after his wife was a simple politeness
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for politeness
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025 -
Minding your manners will make the trip better for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Social media content featuring rude hand gestures was scrubbed from the internet.—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Boxes and cylinders and prisms can no longer do that, and the lone remaining expressive gesture is to Go Weird, as architects strain for enough distinctiveness to produce a landmark.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
6 June 2025
Noun
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That includes modern appliances in the kitchen and new landscaping courtesy of Ivette Soler Gardens.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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There are savory options, too, courtesy of Viera: broccoli hot pockets and Calabrian cheese rolls, for example, as well as a gloriously dripping, flavorful, must-have egg and bacon sandwich on an English muffin.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
Noun
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The convergence of reason and gallantry, of irony and affection, struck a teasing tone.—
Merve Emre,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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Written with filmmaker Matt Yoka, Possession marries the Band’s Americana with T. Rex’s fuzzy glam, anchored by Segall’s always-stellar guitar gallantry.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Tennis is a proper sport but, compared to others, is a bearer of elegance and tradition, which are values resonating also with our brand.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
16 June 2025
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The tufted back and seat cushions add a touch of elegance, while the faux leather upholstery ensures durability and easy maintenance.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Invoking the teachings of his old mentor, Nelson Mandela, Mr. Ramaphosa pleaded for civility in the dialogue between the two leaders.—
Zolan Kanno-Youngs,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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There is an unwritten civility contract girding every aspect of Canadian society.—
Chris Jones,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In November, Fieri partnered with Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar in Boca Raton to raise money for hospitality workers who lost their jobs following hurricanes.—
Kimberly Miller,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Such deals include board signage along the ice, naming rights for premium hospitality areas and Zamboni branding.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Its noble gentility has been subtly adding to the DNA of the California sound.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Over the course of those decades, the drop in theatrical production was not accompanied by a rise in Times Square gentility.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Politeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politeness. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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