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mannerly

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Mannerly (adj) means Polite and well behaved.

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Polite and well behaved.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Came from Middle English manerely, equivalent to manner plus -ly.

Synonyms

ceremonious civil respectful polite urbane courteous refined complaisant

Antonyms

rude

Related words

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Rhymes for mannerly

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of mannerly?

"mannerly" (adj) means polite and well behaved.

What is another word for mannerly?

Other words for "mannerly" include ceremonious, civil, respectful, polite, urbane, courteous.

What is the opposite of mannerly?

The opposite of "mannerly" is rude.

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