politer

Better in manners

Politer is the comparative form of polite, meaning more courteous or well-mannered than something else: She's politer than her brother.

Though "more polite" is equally common, politer remains standard: Could you be any politer?

mannered

courteous

Showing respectful consideration

ladylike · decorous · proper · civil · tactful · diplomatic · deferential · chivalrous · gallant · complaisant

refined

sophisticated

Worldly and cultured

polished · suave · debonair · elegant · tasteful · discerning · cosmopolitan · worldly · cultivated · civilized

gracious

kindhearted

Naturally sympathetic and caring

compassionate · gentle · kindly · good-natured · genial · affable · cordial · amiable · congenial · hospitable

demeanor

unassuming

Not making claims

unobtrusive · self-effacing · reserved · restrained · subdued · quiet · soft-spoken · mild · placid · peaceable

Opposites
social courtesy and manners

politerruder

More lacking in courtesy

coarser · cruder · cooler · nastier · meaner

directness and refinement of expression

politerblunter

Less pointed or direct

franker

Phrases
Family

polite, politics, politely, politeness, political, politician, politic, politically, politest

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G