well-mannered
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-mannered
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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While serene and well-mannered in daily driving, the 4 Dual Motor with the Performance Pack will be glad to slap you around.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
Ian Khama’s well-mannered voice barely disguises the anger that he feels.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2024
Lee, a Las Vegas-based mixed martial arts fighter and beloved online food critic, is best known for spreading positivity through his honest, yet well-mannered reviews.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2024
Tony Bill, the movie’s director, recalled Ellison as modest, well-mannered and someone who became popular with the other young cast members during filming.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2024
All of a sudden I found myself able to see him as the world saw him, as I myself had seen him when I first met him—cool, well-mannered, rich, absolutely beyond reproach.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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