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comity

Translations

comitynoun
comities
pl
courtoisieRespect et politesse dans les rapports avec autrui ; emploi courant et juridique.
The comity displayed by the committee members helped in reaching a consensus quickly.
La courtoisie manifestée par les membres du comité a aidé à parvenir rapidement à un consensus.
bonne ententeHarmonie et respect mutuel dans les relations sociales ou diplomatiques.
The comity between the two neighboring countries has led to a long-lasting peace.
La bonne entente entre les deux pays voisins a conduit à une paix durable.
Additional translations
courtoisie internationaleTerme de droit international et de droit comparé ; principe de reconnaissance par courtoisie et non par obligation.
Synonyms
courtesy
civility
harmony
mutual respect
friendliness

Definitions

comitynoun
An atmosphere of social harmony and mutual respect.
The comity between the two neighboring countries has led to a long-lasting peace.
A courteous and considerate behavior towards others.
The comity displayed by the committee members helped in reaching a consensus quickly.
Mutual courtesy and respectful conduct between nations, often referenced in the phrase "comity of nations".
International law relies upon the comity of nations to resolve conflicts peacefully.
An informal principle by which courts or jurisdictions recognize the legislative, executive, or judicial acts of another out of respect rather than obligation.
The judge applied the doctrine of comity and honored the foreign court's decision.
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