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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of etiquette

Is cruising etiquette lost at sea? All about the flow The key to making the experience of a super-sized ship pleasant for passengers is the flow of movement onboard as well as the creation of distinct spaces for guests to escape and make their own, McDaniel says. —CNN Money, 7 May 2025

Between various lessons on packing, lodge etiquette on the trek to Base Camp, and where to ask for toilet paper, Coster returned again and again to reminders for the group to chill out and enjoy the journey. —Ben Ayers, Outside Online, 22 Apr. 2025

Practicing proper etiquette and being kind should always take precedence over having material things. —Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025

Airlines may need clearer guidelines on footwear etiquette to minimize in-flight conflicts. —Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025

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