civilly

In mannered fashion

Civilly means in a polite or courteous manner, with basic social respect even if not warmth: They nodded civilly but didn't stop to chat.

It can also mean in matters relating to civil law or civil rights, as opposed to criminal or military contexts: The case was handled civilly rather than through criminal prosecution.

courteous

politely

With good manners

cordially · mannerly · considerately · tactfully · diplomatically · genially · affably · amicably · obligingly · decorously

legally

lawfully

In legal compliance

constitutionally · statutorily · litigiously · adjudicated · petitioned · contested · tribunal · courthouse · plaintiff · defendant

Opposites
manner of social conduct

civillyrudely

Without proper courtesy

uncivilly · impolitely · discourteously · disrespectfully · coarsely

emotional tone in interaction

civillyharshly

In severe manner

nastily · meanly · grimly · hostilely · coldly

Phrases
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civil, civilian, civilized, civilization, uncivil, civility, civilize, civilians, incivility

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