mannerly
[man-er-lee]
adjective
having or showing good manners; courteous; polite.
adverb
with good manners; courteously; politely.
RELATED WORDS
charming, civil, civilized, considerate, courteous, decorous, genteel, gracious, polished, refined, respectful, well-bred, well-mannered
Origin of mannerly
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Examples from the Web for mannerly
Historical Examples of mannerly
Mr. Havill had lapsed into a mannerly silence that was only sullenness disguised.
A LaodiceanThomas Hardy
Aunt Lindie had sharp ears and young folks had to be mannerly in her house.
Blue Ridge CountryJean Thomas
Although trustful and friendly, they were reserved and mannerly.
The Rocky Mountain WonderlandEnos A. Mills
Otherwise I would remind you that it is not mannerly to eat and run.
SistersGrace May North
The nabob, who was mannerly, went to speak to the aunts and find them seats.
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