civility

Meanings

Plural: civilities

Noun

• formal or perfunctory politeness
• the act of showing regard for others
• Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy.
• An individual act or expression of polite behaviour; a courtesy.
• The state or fact of being civilized; civilization.
• A civil office; a civil capacity.

Synonyms

politeness

Antonyms

incivility