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Synonyms of politeness

5 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for politeness is civility. Other synonyms of politeness are grace. The opposite of politeness is rudeness.

Synonyms and similar words for politeness

nounThe quality of being polite.

Opposite of politeness

nounAntonym(s) of “act or quality of being polite”.

Meaning of politeness

  1. noun The quality of being polite.
  2. noun A polite act.

Full definition of politeness

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Questions about synonyms of politeness

What is another word for politeness?
Politeness has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as civility and grace.
What is the opposite of politeness?
The opposite of politeness is rudeness.
What does politeness mean?
Politeness means the quality of being polite.

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