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civilly
[ˈsɪvəli]
adverb
civilmente
1.
In a polite and courteous manner; with courtesy and respect
She civilly declined the invitation without being rude.
Ela recusou civilmente o convite sem ser rude.
2.
In relation to civil law or civil matters; not criminally
The matter was handled civilly rather than through criminal proceedings.
O assunto foi tratado civilmente em vez de através de processos criminais.
3.
In a manner relating to citizens or civic affairs
He civilly participated in the community meeting.
Ele participou civilmente da reunião comunitária.
Synonyms
politely
courteously
respectfully
decently
Antonyms
rudely
impolitely
discourteously
uncivilly
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
civilmente
standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
civilmente
standard usage in Portugal, slightly more formal in legal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep it civil
civil discourse
civil disagreement
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