civilcommunication

noun

UK /ˌsɪv.əl kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

US /ˌsɪv.əl kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Talking to people in a polite and respectful way.

The teacher praised the students for their civil communication during the debate.

SYNONYMS

polite talk respectful speech courteous conversation good manners in talking

RELATED WORDS

respect politeness listening dialogue kindness

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The official messages and paperwork shared between government offices.

The two departments exchanged civil communication about the new road project.

3. A message sent by one citizen to another in a formal, orderly way.

Her civil communication to the council explained the neighborhood's concerns.

4. The sharing of information between people who disagree without anger or rudeness.

Civil communication helped the neighbors settle their argument calmly.