well-mannered
/'wel'm n d/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Polite and behaving in a socially acceptable way: Describes someone who shows good manners, courtesy, and consideration for others in social situations.
- Showing good upbringing: Indicates that a person's polite behavior is a result of proper education and training, typically from their family.
Usage
- The adjective "well-mannered" is used to describe a person's character or habitual behavior. It is a positive trait.
- It is typically used before a noun (attributive position) or after a linking verb like "be," "seem," or "appear" (predicative position).
- Attributive: a well-mannered child
- Predicative: The guests were very well-mannered.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "Well-mannered" can sometimes be used in a slightly formal or old-fashioned context to emphasize traditional courtesy.
- The ambassador was the epitome of a well-mannered diplomat.
Variants and Related Words
- Mannerly (adj): An older, more formal synonym for polite and well-behaved.
- The boy gave a mannerly bow.
- Well-bred (adj): Similar to "well-mannered," often implying good family background and upbringing.
- She was a well-bred lady from an aristocratic family.
- Polite (adj): The most common and direct synonym, focusing on showing good manners and consideration.
- Courteous (adj): Emphasizes polite and respectful behavior, especially in formal situations.
Synonyms
- Polite
- Courteous
- Civil
- Refined
- Gentlemanly / Ladylike
Antonyms
- Ill-mannered
- Rude
- Impolite
- Discourteous
- Uncivil
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To have good manners: This is the phrase describing the quality that a "well-mannered" person possesses.
- Children should be taught to have good manners.
- Mind your manners: A common instruction reminding someone to behave politely.
- "Mind your manners at the dinner table," their mother said.
Adjective
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socially correct in behavior
-
of good upbringing
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