well-mannered

[wel-man-erd]

adjective

1. polite; courteous.

well-mannered

adjective

1. having good manners; courteous; polite

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-mannered¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

One of Bianchi’s former neighbors remembered him as “a friendly, well-mannered, nice young man.”

From Los Angeles Times

They seemed happy and well-mannered, sometimes talking with him about their homework and classes.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's now time for us to move on, which would be Melissa's expectations of us," Mr Hoskins said, adding it was important for the couple to have a "well-mannered relationship" with Dennis going forward.

From BBC

Confident and well-mannered, Botswana's new President Duma Boko carries the traits of a highly trained human rights lawyer.

From BBC

Ian Khama’s well-mannered voice barely disguises the anger that he feels.

From BBC

Related Words

• affable 
• considerate 
• cordial 
• courteous 
• gentlemanly 
• gracious 
• polite 
• respectful 
• well-behaved 
• well-bred