CIVILNESS Synonyms

• a courteous or respectful or considerate act

• a courteous or respectful or considerate remark

• a courteous manner

• propriety in manners and conduct

• excellence of manners or social conduct

• the quality of being kind and gentle

• social deportment

• a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage

• the act of showing regard for others

• correct or appropriate behavior

• a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

• the result of improving something

• the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)

• a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

• the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste

• (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

• a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

• behavior intended to please your parents

• a feeling of friendship and esteem

• courteous regard for people's feelings

• regard highly; think much of

• show respect towards

• consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense