polite

/ˈpɔlaɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing good manners and a considerate attitude.

“She was a polite guest and made sure to thank her host for the meal.”

2. noun

a person who behaves in a polite way, especially one who is excessively courteous or insincerely friendly.

“The company’s polite representative tried to reassure the customer about the product’s quality.”

3. adverb

in a polite manner.

“She spoke politely to the customer service representative, who eventually helped her with her issue.”

Synonyms

  • considerate
  • courteous
  • mannersed
  • refined

Antonyms

  • boorish
  • impolite
  • offensive
  • rude