Simple meaning
What does Polite mean?
Polite means respectful, kind, and well-mannered.
Dictionary definition
Showing good manners and respect for other people.
Example sentences
Polite in a sentence
easy
It is polite to say thank you.
medium
The polite guest waited for a turn to speak.
hard
A polite disagreement can still show respect for another idea.
Synonyms
Words like Polite
respectfulUse when someone shows care for others.
courteousUse for formal or careful good manners.
Antonyms
Opposite words
rudeUse when someone shows poor manners.
impoliteUse when someone is not polite.
Word family
Polite word family
Base word
polite
adjective
politer
More polite.
adjective
politest
Most polite.
adverb
politely
In a polite way.
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Practice 1
Which word is an antonym of polite?
Rude is the opposite of polite because it means showing poor manners.
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