Poliment (en. Politely)

/pɔ.li.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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adverb

In a respectful or courteous manner.

He replied politely to all the questions.

Il a répondu poliment à toutes les questions.

With finesse and delicacy in behavior.

She politely invited her friends to her wedding.

Elle a poliment invité ses amis à son mariage.

By avoiding offense or being rude.

He politely declined the invitation.

Il a poliment refusé l'invitation.

From Latin 'politus', meaning 'smooth, polished, refined'.

speak politely

Use respectful language.

parler poliment

act politely

Behave courteously.

agir poliment

respond politely

Respond in a respectful manner.

répondre poliment

politeness

Respectful behavior towards others.

politesse

courtesy

Quality of being polite and respectful.

courtoisie

kindness

Favorable disposition towards others.

bienveillance

Reputation for exaggerated politeness.

He is so polite that it seems like he is playing a role.

Il est tellement poliment qu'on dirait qu'il joue un rôle.

Apologizing in an overly formal manner.

Stop speaking politely, just say what you want.

Arrête de parler poliment, juste dis ce que tu veux.