politeanswer

noun
UK /pəˈlaɪt ˈɑːn.sər/
US /pəˈlaɪt ˈæn.sɚ/

A polite answer is a nice and kind reply you give to someone.

When the teacher asked if I needed help, I gave a polite answer and said thank you.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A response that follows good manners even when the question is hard.

He gave a polite answer when asked about his mistake.

3. A short, friendly reply that shows respect to the person speaking.

She always gives a polite answer to her grandparents.

4. An answer that avoids being rude or hurtful.

Instead of saying no, he gave a polite answer and changed the subject.