civil

Definitions

Relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns, as distinct from military or ecclesiastical matters.

Courteous and polite in a formal or perfunctory manner.

Relating to the laws and legal proceedings of a state or its citizens.

Examples

The two neighbors managed to have a civil conversation despite their long-standing disagreement.

It is important to maintain a civil tone when discussing controversial topics in the workplace.

Synonyms

polite courteous respectful well-mannered diplomatic affable gracious

Antonyms

rude impolite discourteous uncivil insolent brutish ill-mannered