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   polite

   /pəˈlʌɪt/

   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 well manneredcivilcourteousrespectfuldeferentialwell behavedwell bredgentlemanlyladylikechivalrousgallantgenteelcultivatedgraciousurbanewell brought uptactfulconsideratethoughtfuldiscreetdiplomaticdated:mannerlyOpposite rudeimpolite
   • ▪ relating to people who regard themselves as more cultured and refined than others: "the picture outraged polite society" Similar civilizedrefinedculturedsophisticatedgenteelwell bredurbaneelegantcourtlyOpposite savageuncivilized

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the Latin sense): from Latin politus ‘polished, made smooth’, past participle of polire.

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   Learn the meaning of polite as an adjective, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Polite can mean showing good taste, courtesy, or consideration, or having refined cultural interests and pursuits.

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   Learn the meaning of polite, an adjective that describes someone who behaves in a way that is socially correct and shows respect for others. See synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Polite definition: showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil. See examples of POLITE used in a sentence.

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   Learn the meaning of polite as an adjective, adverb and noun, and how to use it in different contexts. Find out the synonyms, antonyms and related words for polite, and see examples from various sources.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishpolite adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adjective polite, which means having or showing good manners and respect for the feelings of others. Find out the synonyms, antonyms, collocations and word origin of polite.

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   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.

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   Polite means showing consideration for others and observing social usage. Find out the origin, usage, and related words of polite in different dictionaries and languages.