Words and phrases that have a meaning related to politely: (116 results)
Antonyms:
discourteously, impolitely, rudely, showing bad manners
Often used in the same context:
courteously, respectfully, graciously, smilingly, tactfully, apologetically, kindly, pointedly, hesitatingly, deferentially, curtly, gruffly, cordially, cheerfully, impolitely, brusquely, frostily, rudely, condescendingly, sheepishly, solicitously, demurely, humbly, meekly, haughtily, cheerily, calmly, casually, evasively, shyly, incredulously, indignantly, pityingly, quizzically, jovially, appreciatively, irritably, amiably, grumpily, patiently, nonchalantly, affably, tersely, coyly, diffidently, playfully, belligerently, blankly, teasingly, gently, impatiently, sternly, sullenly, reservedly, jocularly, disdainfully, sagely, sarcastically, laughingly, slyly, sotto voce, tauntingly, doubtfully, timidly, genially, pleadingly, snidely, angrily, unsmilingly, tolerantly, reluctantly, dutifully, emphatically, obligingly, primly, contemptuously, crossly, hesitantly, quietly, rhetorically, sulkily, resignedly, stonily, mockingly, abashedly, dismissively, smugly, jokingly, bashfully, blithely, patronisingly, ungraciously, grinningly, imploringly, peevishly, cheekily, wearily, insincerely, flirtatiously, accusingly, plaintively, churlishly
Synonyms:
Also try:in a well mannered way, with courtesy, with politeness
— Nouns for politely: decline, request, point, state
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