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Polite

August 18, 2019 by admin

“Politeness is an inexpensive way of making friends”

– William Feather

Definitions:

  • Marked by an appearance of consideration, tact, deference, or courtesy (MW)
  • Behaving in a way that is socially correct and shows respect for other people’s feelings (CAM)

Vices:

  • Deficit: Rudeness, not showing proper social manners

Example:

Holding the door for someone
Related Virtues: Courteousness, Decency, Considerate, Dignity, Harmony

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