courteous

Meanings

• adjective

  Marked by politeness and consideration for others.

  - "A courteous greeting is essential when meeting someone for the first time."
  - "Despite her exhaustion, she remained courteous to her guests."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɝti.əs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2650812"

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Antonyms

discourteous , uncourteous

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with courteous
rejoices , voices , noises , choices

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Variants

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courteous , courteously , courteousness , courteousnesses

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Etymology

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From Old French curteis, meaning 'belonging to the court' or 'polite'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'courteous' is derived from the Old French word 'curteis'.

2. Being courteous can help improve relationships and build trust.

3. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to make direct eye contact while eating.

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Related Concepts

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1. Politeness: A behavior characterized by being considerate, respectful, and polite towards others.

2. Manners: A set of behaviors and customs considered acceptable in society.

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Quotes

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1. He joined us in the Yellow Room with … his son, a thoughtful, "courteous", nice doctor …

   - Lady Bird Johnson,27 May 1964,{"source"=>"in {it}A White House Diary{/it}", "aqdate"=>"1970"}

2. … she has seen generations of boys come and go, some well groomed and "courteous", others rough and uppity …

   - Julian Barnes,{it}New Yorker{/it},5 Mar. 1990

3. There was no doubt that his stubbornly held and trenchantly expressed views—his trenchancy always tempered, however, by his gently "courteous" manner—contributed significantly to his unpopularity …

   - Simon Winchester,{it}The Man Who Loved China{/it},2008

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Culture

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The concept of courteous behavior has been a significant aspect of various cultures throughout history. In medieval Europe, chivalry and courtly manners were highly valued. In Japan, the concept of 'Omotenashi' (hospitality) is closely related to courteous behavior. In modern times, being courteous is considered a basic aspect of good manners and social etiquette.

How to Memorize "courteous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person greeting someone with a smile and a polite tone of voice.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'courteous' with 'polite' and 'respectful'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Courteous is Cool' to remember the meaning of the word.

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