most polite
English meaning: Most polite
Definition
Superlative form of 'polite', made with 'most' because the adjective has several syllables.
Example
“She is the most polite guest at the party.”
Another example: “He found the most polite way to turn down the invitation.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Neutral register, used to identify the most courteous person or phrasing. Both 'most polite' and 'politest' occur; 'most polite' is more common. Usually preceded by 'the'.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
Formed analytically from 'most' plus 'polite' rather than by adding '-est'.
Synonyms
- most courteous
- politest
- most respectful
- most well-mannered
Antonyms / Opposites
- rudest
- most impolite
- most discourteous
Related Words
- politeness
- courtesy
- manners
- respect
- etiquette
Common Collocations
- the most polite
- the most polite way
- most polite request
- by far the most polite
Word Forms
polite (adj); more polite/politer (comp); most polite/politest (superl); politeness (n); politely (adv)
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Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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