comity Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a state or atmosphere of harmony or mutual civility and respect

WordNet

Com"i*ty noun
Etymology
L. comitas, fr. comis courteous, kind.
Wordforms
plural Comities
Definitions
  1. Mildness and suavity of manners; courtesy between equals; friendly equals; friendly civility; as, comity of manners; the comity of States. Syn. -- Civility; good breeding; courtesy; good will.

Webster 1913