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adjective
- 1. having or showing behaviour that is respectful and considerate of other people: "they thought she was wrong but were too polite to say so" Similar Opposite
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POLITE definition: 1. behaving in a way that is socially correct and shows understanding of and care for other…. Learn more.
1. a. : of, relating to, or having the characteristics of advanced culture. b. : marked by refined cultural interests and pursuits especially in arts and belles lettres. 2. a. : showing or characterized by correct social usage. b. : marked by an appearance of consideration, tact, deference, or courtesy. c.
behaving in a way that is socially correct and shows understanding of and care for other people's feelings: I'm afraid I wasn't very polite to her. She sent me a polite letter thanking me for my invitation. He was too polite to point out my mistake. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. well behaved Our kids are normally well behaved.
Polite means showing regards for others in manners, speech, and behavior. Since you are a polite dinner guest, you thank the host for inviting you and, even though you think the chicken is not cooked to perfection, you tell her you are enjoying the meal.
Definition of polite adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Polite definition: showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil. See examples of POLITE used in a sentence.
1. adjective A2. Someone who is polite has good manners and behaves in a way that is socially correct and not rude to other people. Everyone around him was trying to be polite, but you could tell they were all bored. It's not polite to point or talk about strangers in public. Gately, a quiet and very polite young man, made a favourable impression.
1. showing good manners toward others, as in behavior or speech; courteous: a polite reply. 2. refined or cultured: polite society. 3. of a refined or elegant kind: polite learning.
Polite definition: Marked by or showing consideration for others and observance of accepted social usage.
behaving in a way that is not rude and shows that you do not only think about yourself: I'm afraid I wasn't very polite to her. She was too polite to point out my mistake. Fewer examples. She was a polite and considerate child. That's not very polite behaviour. Keep the tone of your letter polite. Mark is a cooperative and polite employee.
