Civility
Civility
Civility (/sɪˈvɪlɪti/), from the Latin civilitas, meaning "citizenship" or "city-dweller", is a term that refers to the behavior of individuals in society that demonstrates a regard for the rights and dignity of others. It is often associated with politeness, courtesy, and respect.
Etymology
The term "civility" comes from the Latin civilitas, which originally meant "the state of being a citizen". Over time, it has come to refer to the behavior expected of a citizen, including respect for others and adherence to societal norms.
Related Terms
- Politeness: A behavior that is respectful and considerate of other people.
- Courtesy: The showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others.
- Respect: A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
- Societal Norms: The rules that a group uses for appropriate and inappropriate values, beliefs, attitudes and behaviors.
- Citizenship: The status of a person recognized under the custom or law of a sovereign state or local jurisdiction.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Civility
- Wikipedia's article - Civility
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