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Meaning of civility
The primary meaning of "civility" refers to formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.
Etymology of civility
The word "civility" originates from the Old French word "civilité", which is derived from the Latin word "civilitas", meaning "citizenship" or "civilization", and is related to the Latin word "civis", meaning "citizen"
Historically, the term "civility" emerged in the 15th century to describe the behavior and manners expected of citizens in a civilized society
Synonyms
courtesy
politeness
manners
etiquette
refinement
graciousness
decorum
propriety
respect
respectfulness
consideration
thoughtfulness
tact
diplomacy
affability
amiability
cordiality
geniality
hospitality
urbanity
suavity
civicism
culture
breeding
gentility
gentleness
kindliness
benevolence
amiableness
complaisance
obligingness
accommodatingness
Definitions
- Formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech
- * The state of being civilized, or the fact of being polite and courteous
Usage Examples
- The company values civility and respect in the workplace, and employees are expected to treat each other with kindness and courtesy
- * The politician's civility and diplomacy helped to ease tensions between the two nations
Antonyms
rudeness
incivility
impoliteness
discourtesy
boorishness
coarseness
crudeness
vulgarity
brutality
savagery
barbarism
crudity
tactlessness
insensitivity
brusqueness
gruffness
curtness
abruptness
brashness
bluntness