polite
/pəˈlaɪt/
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Translation
Acting in a kind, well-mannered way, saying please and thank you.
Word origin
From Latin politus, meaning polished or made smooth.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- politus
Examples
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"Polite" means acting in a kind, well-mannered way.
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Here "polite" describes a kind and friendly act.
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"Polite" tells you he had good manners.
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