ALL meanings of comity
com·i·ty
C c - noun comity mutual civility; courtesy 3
- noun comity the policy whereby one religious denomination refrains from proselytizing the members of another 3
- noun comity courteous behavior; politeness; civility 3
- noun comity comity of nations 3
- noun comity agreement among cooperating Christian denominations to avoid duplication of churches, missions, etc. in specific areas 3
- noun comity the principle by which the courts of one jurisdiction may give effect to the laws and decisions of another, or may stay their own proceedings in deference to those in another jurisdiction 3
- noun plural comity mutual courtesy; civility. 1
- noun plural comity Also called comity of nations. courtesy between nations, as in respect shown by one country for the laws, judicial decisions, and institutions of another. 1
- noun comity Courtesy and considerate behavior toward others. 1
- noun comity mutual respect 1
- noun comity Courtesy and considerate behaviour towards others; social harmony. 0
- noun comity Friendly understanding and mutual recognition between two entities, especially nations. 0