civility

English

/sɪˈvɪl.ɪ.ti/

noun
Definitions
  • Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy.
  • (chiefly) An individual act or expression of polite behaviour; a courtesy.
  • (now) The state or fact of being civilized; civilization.
  • (obsolete) A civil office; a civil capacity.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin civilitas.

Origin

Latin

civilitas

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