politeness

• Nom désignant la qualité d'une personne polie, c'est-à-dire une manière d'agir conforme aux convenances sociales et respectueuse d'autrui.

A noun referring to a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage, or the act of showing regard for others.

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1. Courteous behaviorB1formal

   A courteous manner that respects accepted social usage.

   Politesse

   • Politeness is essential in customer service.
   • She thanked him with genuine politeness.
   • His politeness made a good impression on everyone.

   Synonymescivilitycourtesycourtlinessdecorumgraciousnessrespecttact

   Antonymesdiscourtesyimpolitenessincivilityrudeness

2. B1formal

   The act of showing regard for others through respectful actions.

   Politesse

   • Politeness involves listening when someone speaks.
   • He showed politeness by holding the door open.
   • Simple politeness can improve any interaction.

   Synonymescivilityconsiderationcourtesydecorumgraciousnessrespectrespectfulnessthoughtfulness

   Antonymesdiscourtesydisrespectimpolitenessincivilityrudeness