Synonyms of etiquette

etiquette

noun

ˈe-ti-kət 

as in manner

personal conduct or behavior as evaluated by an accepted standard of appropriateness for a social or professional setting

the couple exhibited poor etiquette when they left the party without saying good-bye to the host and hostess

Synonyms & Similar Words

• manner
• attitude
• demeanor
• mores
• politeness
• practice
• form
• proprieties
• rules
• posture
• habit
• mode
• decorum
• protocol
• deportment
• style
• pleasantries
• civilities
• convention
• amenities
• courtesy
• presence
• formalities
• mien
• bearing
• custom
• carriage
• pose
• poise
• pattern
• air
• polish
• mannerliness
• fashion
• trick
• way
• wont

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of etiquette

Normal gym etiquette is to refrain from taking up time on machines when the place is busy. — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026

The growing debate has also raised questions about restaurant etiquette, with experts warning that excessive modifications can cross the line from reasonable requests into entitlement. — Sadie Chafe, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Avoid trying new, untested recipes, said etiquette coach Maryanne Parker, founder of Manor of Manners, an international business, social and youth etiquette consultancy in San Diego. — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026

By the Victorian era, particularly following Prince Albert’s death in 1861 and Queen Victoria’s subsequent four decades in mourning, bereavement had evolved into an elaborate system of social etiquette. — Livia Caligor, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

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