good manners

/gʊd ˈmænərz/
/gʊd ˈmænəz/
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Definitions of good manners
  1. noun
    a courteous manner
    synonyms: courtesy
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    niceness, politeness
    a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage
    urbanity
    polished courtesy; elegance of manner
    graciousness
    excellence of manners or social conduct
    chivalry, gallantry, politesse
    courtesy towards women
    deference, respect, respectfulness
    courteous regard for people's feelings
    civility
    formal or perfunctory politeness
    blandness, smoothness, suaveness, suavity
    the quality of being charming and gracious in manner
    type of:
    manner, personal manner
    a way of acting or behaving
Pronunciation
US
/gʊd ˈmænərz/
UK
/gʊd ˈmænəz/
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