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polite

Pronunciation: /pəˈlʌɪt/

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Definition of polite

adjective (politer, politest)

having or showing behaviour that is respectful and considerate of other people:they thought she was wrong but were too polite to say so
[attributive] relating to people who regard themselves as more cultured and refined than others:the picture outraged polite society