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Adverb Concept
EN
politely  courteously
EN
In a polite manner WordNet 3.0
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In a polite manner WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
In a courteous manner; with obliging civility or condescension; politely. Wiktionary
In a courteous manner. Wiktionary (translation)
In a polite manner. Wiktionary
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The policeman answered politely, `Now look here, lady...' WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
If pressed about a serious accusation like rape, you can politely reply that you can’t answer questions pertaining to such an allegation without legal representation and wish to remain silent. ― G.S. Luthra, New Jersey Beach Beat Down Shows Why It’s Foolish To Resist Police. Wiktionary
ANTONYM
impolitely
PERTAINYM
courteous
polite
PERTAINYM (PERTAINS TO NOUNS)
courteous
polite
WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
EN
politely, courteously
Wiktionary
EN
courteously, politely

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