courteousness
Definition
- Noun:
- The quality of being polite and respectful: "courteousness" refers to the behavior or attitude of showing good manners, consideration, and respect toward others. It involves actions that reflect politeness and thoughtfulness in social interactions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Her courteousness in welcoming the guests made everyone feel comfortable. (Her polite and respectful behavior created a welcoming atmosphere.)
- The employee's courteousness was appreciated by all the customers. (The employee's good manners earned positive feedback.)
Advanced Usage
"with courteousness": behaving in a manner that shows respect and politeness.
- He handled the complaint with great courteousness. (He dealt with the situation politely and respectfully.)
"a lack of courteousness": the absence of polite behavior.
- The lack of courteousness in the meeting surprised the participants. (The rude behavior was unexpected.)
Variants and Related Words
Courteous (adj): showing politeness and respect.
- The courteous driver let the pedestrian cross first. (The driver was polite and considerate.)
Courtesy (n): polite behavior or a polite gesture.
- He offered his seat as a courtesy to the elderly woman. (He acted politely out of respect.)
Discourteousness (n): the quality of being rude or impolite (antonym).
- His discourteousness offended the entire group. (His rudeness was unacceptable.)
Synonyms
- Politeness: behavior that is respectful and considerate of others.
- Civility: formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.
- Respectfulness: showing proper regard for others' feelings or rights.
Related Idioms
"Mind your manners": a phrase reminding someone to be polite and courteous.
- The teacher told the students to mind their manners during the ceremony. (Act politely.)
"As a matter of courtesy": something done out of politeness, not necessity.
- He held the door open as a matter of courtesy. (He did it to be polite.)