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civility
[ si-vil-i-tee ]
noun
- courtesy; politeness.
Synonyms: , ,
- a polite action or expression:
an exchange of civilities.
- Archaic. civilization; culture; good breeding.
civility
/ ɪˈɪɪɪ /
noun
- politeness or courtesy, esp when formal
- often plural an act of politeness
Other Word Forms
- v··i·ٲ noun
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Conservative shadow transport secretary Gareth Bacon said: "Playing loud music on public transport may seem like a small thing, but it speaks towards a growing tolerance of anti-social behaviour that chips away at public civility."
"It is up to us as virtuous individuals and citizens to translate this vital truth into positive action, thereby fostering peace, civility, and wellbeing in communities worldwide," he said.
On Friday, he begged the Democrats to jettison their allegiance to norms and civility.
Zelensky posted on X that the incident exposed Russia as "a state devoid of civility".
Newsom has alternated between preemptive attacks, such as his call for a special session to increase state legal funding to fight Trump, and pleas for civility and cooperation.
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