civility
Other forms: civilities
Civility is the act of showing regard for others by being polite, like the civility you showed in speaking kindly to someone who has hurt your feelings.
Civility comes from the Latin word civilis, meaning "relating to public life, befitting a citizen," in other words, being friendly and nice to everyone. When you show civility, you use kindness and good manners. You are respectful, even if you do not like that person very much. Civility can also mean formal politeness, like your behavior at a fancy dinner.
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the act of showing regard for others
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synonyms:
politeness
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types:
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courtesy
a courteous or respectful or considerate act
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deference, respect
a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
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devoir
formal expression of respect
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attention
a courteous act indicating affection
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gallantry
polite attentiveness to women
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court, homage
respectful deference
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last respects
the act of expressing respect for someone who has died
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props
proper respect
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type of:
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action
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
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formal or perfunctory politeness
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Antonyms:
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incivility
deliberate discourtesy
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type of:
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courtesy, good manners
a courteous manner
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incivility
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