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courtraous


Meanings
  • adjective

    Showing respect by acting politely and considerately towards others.


Variants
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courtroom , courtrooms
Etymology
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From Old French courtois, courteois 'courteous, polite, civil, gracious', from cour 'court' (a royal court) + tois 'behaviour, manners'.


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  1. The term 'courtraous' was used extensively in medieval literature to describe knights and other noblemen.

  2. In modern usage, the term 'courtraous' is often used to describe polite and considerate behavior towards others.

  3. The term 'courtraous' is derived from the Old French word 'courtois', which means 'belonging to a court'.

  4. The term 'courtraous' is related to the modern English word 'courtly', which also refers to polite and respectful behavior.


Related Concepts
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  1. Politeness: A social virtue that requires individuals to behave in a considerate and respectful manner towards others.

  2. Manners: The customary behavior of a person or group in social situations.


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The term 'courtraous' has been used extensively in literature and art to depict characters who exhibit polite and respectful behavior towards others. In music, the term is used metaphorically to describe melodies that are pleasing and gracious to the ear.

How to Memorize "courtraous"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person greeting others with a smile and a kind word. Visualize yourself acting in a similar manner towards others.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'courtraous' with the image of a knight in a royal court, treating his subjects with respect and kindness.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Courtraous is a king among men, treating others with respect and kindness.'


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