Polite
/pəˈlaɪt/noun
Showing good manners and respect towards others.
Did you know?The word 'polite' comes from a Latin term associated with 'craft' or 'skill,' hinting at the artful manipulation of social interactions.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
politus
“Refined, polished, or skilled in manners.”
Old French
Old French
polite
“Cultivated, educated, or courteous.”
Middle English
Middle English
polite
“Having good manners or refined social behavior.”
Modern English
English
polite
“Exhibiting courteous and considerate behavior towards others.”