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

Whitmore said tipping etiquette also depends on the type of service being provided. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Hathaway hilariously portrays the growing pains of trying to learn royal etiquette while navigating dreamy boys and high-school bullies. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026

Not just a student problem Lapses in email etiquette are not limited to exchanges between faculty and students. — Austin Sarat, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026

That idea of sustained silence haunting relationships and basic interpersonal etiquette is also present in the key relationships of the main storyline. — Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 10 Aug. 2026