Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
politeness
IPA transcription: [pəl'aɪtnəs]
Pronunciations of politeness
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noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
politeness, niceness
Meaning:
a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage
Usage examples
An intentional breach of politeness
"Am I disturbing you?" I said out of politeness.
The Count handed her out; he was all high courtly politeness.
With these forms, they think they comply with the rules of politeness.
"Good-morning, Mr. Myerst," said Breton with cold and ironic politeness.
This delicate politeness is particularly to be observed towards old persons.
By the word improprieties, we generally understand all violations of politeness.
The rules of politeness in this respect, are the same in speaking of the husband.
I take off my mask, and out of politeness she must put down the hood of her mantle.
So she would be as polite as she could to people who in the least deserved politeness.
0. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording
Helen Gandy
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