politely (B1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /pəˈlaɪtli/
Definition
In a way that shows good manners and respect for others.
Examples
He politely declined the offer of a second helping.
She always greeted her neighbors politely.
The waiter politely asked if we were ready to order.
How to Use politely
- politely ask (collocation)
- To ask for something in a respectful and well-mannered way. — "She politely asked if she could use his phone."
- politely refuse (collocation)
- To say no to an offer or invitation in a respectful manner. — "He politely refused the offer of a drink."
- politely decline (collocation)
- To refuse an offer or invitation in a courteous way. — "We had to politely decline their kind offer."
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