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😇Courtesy

noun
/ˈkɜːr.tə.si/
courteous courtroom

Meaning

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark
polite behavior or a polite action; a favor or privilege

Example Sentences

He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.

He opened the door as a courtesy.

Synonyms

politeness, civility, respect, good manners, favor
Entry 1
politeness, civility, respect, good manners
Entry 2
politeness, civility, respect, favor

Antonyms

rudeness, impoliteness, incivility, discourtesy
Entry 1
rudeness, impoliteness, incivility, discourtesy
Entry 2
rudeness, discourtesy

Collocations

common courtesy, professional courtesy, extend courtesy, as a courtesy, courtesy call, courtesy title
Entry 1
common courtesy, professional courtesy, extend courtesy
Entry 2
as a courtesy, extend courtesy, courtesy call, courtesy title

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