civility

noun

Meaning

Polite, respectful behavior or speech in social interactions.

Examples

She treated her opponents with such civility that they eventually became close allies.
The professor emphasized that academic discourse requires a basic level of civility among students.

Synonyms: politeness, courtesy, decorum, comity

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civility

noun

Pronunciation: /sɪˈvɪl.ə.ti/

Definition

Polite, respectful behavior or speech in social interactions.

Examples

She treated her opponents with such civility that they eventually became close allies.
The professor emphasized that academic discourse requires a basic level of civility among students.
Despite their deep disagreements, the neighbors managed to maintain a fragile civility.

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