Civility: meaning, definitions and examples
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civility
[ sษชหvษชlษชti ]
in social interactions
Formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.
Synonyms
courtesy, gentility, politeness, respectfulness.
Examples of usage
- He treated everyone with civility and respect.
- She maintained civility even during heated debates.
- Showing civility towards others can create a more harmonious society.
in politics
The act of showing respect for the rights and opinions of others in a democratic society.
Synonyms
diplomacy, open-mindedness, respect, tolerance.
Examples of usage
- Civility in politics is essential for productive discussions.
- Political leaders should prioritize civility in their interactions.
- The lack of civility in political discourse can lead to division.
Translations
Translations of the word "civility" in other languages:
๐ต๐น civilidade
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคญเฅเคฏเคคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Hรถflichkeit
๐ฎ๐ฉ kesopanan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒะฒััะปะธะฒัััั
๐ต๐ฑ uprzejmoลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ็คผๅ
๐ซ๐ท civilitรฉ
๐ช๐ธ civilidad
๐น๐ท nezaket
๐ฐ๐ท ์์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฏููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ zdvoลilost
๐ธ๐ฐ zdvorilosลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ็คผ่ฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ vljudnost
๐ฎ๐ธ kurteisi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำะดะตะฟััะปัะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแแแแแชแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mษdษniyyษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ civilidad
Etymology
The word 'civility' has its roots in the Latin word 'civilitas', which means 'citizenship' or 'civilization'. It first appeared in English in the late 16th century. The concept of civility has been emphasized in various cultures throughout history as a key aspect of social harmony and respect for others.
See also: civil, civilian, civilianization, civilianizing, civilisation, civilization, civilly, incivility, uncivil, uncivilized.