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politesse — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • civility noun Polite, courteous behaviour, especially toward people you disagree with.
  • courtesy noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  • politeness noun The quality of being well-mannered and considerate.

Senses

politesse is used for these senses in English:

  • civility Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy. [from 16th c.]
  • courtesy (countable) A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.
  • politeness (uncountable) The quality of being polite.

courtesy — full definition

  1. noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  2. adj Given free of charge, or done as a polite gesture rather than an obligation.

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