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What it means to act like a lady is decided by society, meaning that how to act ladylike will change as society's views about femininity evolve. But there are a few ladylike characteristics that will always be important because they are widely admired qualities that all good people share, such as kindness and integrity, grace and style, and respecting yourself and others. In general then, being ladylike really just means being a decent and courteous person and treating yourself and others well.