discourtesy (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈkɜːrtəsi/

Definition

A lack of politeness or consideration for others.

Examples

• The waiter's discourtesy ruined their evening.

• She was shocked by the driver's discourtesy.

• Please try to avoid any discourtesy towards our guests.

How to Use discourtesy

discourtesy to (prepositional phrase)

Lack of politeness directed towards a specific person or group. — "The manager warned him against discourtesy to customers."

Synonyms of discourtesy

Words with a similar meaning to discourtesy:

• rudeness
• impoliteness
• inconsideration
• boorishness

Antonyms of discourtesy

Words with the opposite meaning to discourtesy:

• courtesy
• politeness
• consideration

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