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netiquette

netiquette

1 6.0
Rules for polite behavior when communicating online
  • noun
  • /ˈnɛtɪˌkɛt/
  • Texting
: netiqueta
  • Many people are unaware that using excessive punctuation can violate basic netiquette in emails.

Examples

  • When participating in online forums, it is essential to follow netiquette to maintain respectful communication.

  • There are no rules (except for the usual netiquette you have everywhere on the internet) and there are no goals.

    Blog text (3)
  • The unit introduces students to the structure of blogs, the concept of a worldwide audience, and general netiquette policies.

    Academic text (2012)
  • By the way, using all caps is bad netiquette; it makes you rude, Cupcake.

    Blog text (14)
  • It may also be good netiquette not to assume everyone is ready to understand and answer English slang.

    Blog text (13)
  • It isn't really our place to punish people for being that way, as we aren't the netiquette police.

    Blog text (13)
  • Further, virtually all ISPs maintain some sort of enforceable use and behavior policy, whether it is a formal use policy to which subscribers must adhere or informal netiquette guidelines.

    Academic text (2002)
  • Understanding netiquette can enhance your online interactions and prevent misunderstandings.

Synonyms

manners
vsnetiquette
227 1.0

Polite ways of behaving toward other people, like saying please and thank you

carries the same rules but only for digital interactions and messages
courtesy
vsnetiquette
193 1.9

Polite actions or words that show respect for other people

uses those polite actions specifically within digital communication contexts
decency
vsnetiquette
139 3.0

Polite, respectful behavior that follows common social rules

applies those standards specifically to conduct in internet communication
etiquette
vsnetiquette
70 5.5

Rules for polite behavior in social or work situations

is the same idea but applies specifically to online and electronic communication
civility
vsnetiquette
63 4.2

Polite and respectful words and actions toward other people

is similar but narrowed to behaviour expected in electronic interactions
decorum
vsnetiquette
  • Formal
30 7.3

Polite and proper behavior in formal situations

is that proper conduct but limited to online and electronic exchanges
good manners
vsnetiquette
29 1.0

Polite and respectful actions toward other people

is the same politeness but focused on internet and electronic messages
politeness
vsnetiquette
24 1.3

Showing good manners and respect to other people

is this quality applied specifically when communicating online or electronically
courteousness
vsnetiquette
1 3.5

A polite way of behaving that shows respect for other people

is that respectful behavior directed at online or electronic communication

How Polite

courtesy
193 1.9
netiquette
  • Texting
1 6.0
rudeness
26 1.8
insult
  • Offensive
286 1.3

Surface Forms

netiquette singular
netiquettes plural

Morphology

netiquette = net + etiquette (transparent) = net + etiquette

The meaning ('etiquette for the net') is directly inferable from 'net' + 'etiquette' for most learners.

Etymology

The word netiquette mixes net ('the internet') and etiquette ('good manners'). So netiquette is like 'table manners' for online life and means the rules you follow when talking or posting on the internet.