polite
Translation
polite, courteous, well-mannered
Examples
It's polite to say 'thank you'.
It's polite to say 'thank you'.
He is always polite to everyone.
He is always polite to everyone.
Grammar Patterns
It is polite ((to-inf)) used to say what is considered good manners. It is polite to hold the door open.
polite ((to sb.)) showing good manners towards someone. She was very polite to the guests.
Similar Words
Synonyms: courteous, well-mannered, respectful; Antonyms: rude, impolite, discourteous
Etymology
From Latin 'politus', meaning 'polished', the past participle of 'polire' (to polish). It shares the same root as 'polished'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'polish'. Polite behaviour is 'polished' social behaviour—smooth and without roughness.