politeness
noun [ U ] uk/pəˈlaɪt.nəs/ us/pəˈlaɪt.nəs/
B2 礼貌，体贴
behaviour that is socially correct and shows understanding of and care for other people's feelings
They asked how he was out of politeness, not because they really wanted to know. 他们出于礼貌问候他，不是因为他们真的想知道他的健康情况。
She smiled at the boy's politeness. 她对男孩的礼貌报以微笑。
See: polite
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- She wants to restore the values of politeness and respect in schools.
- Her parents treated Carl with utmost politeness.
- He was known for his politeness and good manners.
- He praised the protesters' politeness and decorum.
- They seem to put more emphasis on politeness than actual learning.