Polite Crossword Clue

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Polite Crossword Answer

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COURTEOUS

(9 letters)

CORDIAL

(7 letters)

MANNERLY

(8 letters)

Helpful Hints

(adjective)
1. not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others
2. of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals

Hint 2: Clue Definition

POLITE (adjective)
1. marked by refinement in taste and manners
2. not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

COURTEOUS
(9 letters)
CORDIAL
(7 letters)
MANNERLY
(8 letters)

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