Advertisement
Advertisement
View synonyms for discourtesy
discourtesy
[ dis-kur-tuh-see ]
noun
, plural dis·cour·te·sies.
- lack or breach of courtesy; incivility; rudeness.
- a discourteous or impolite act.
discourtesy
/ dɪsˈkɜːtɪsɪ /
noun
- bad manners; rudeness
- a rude remark or act
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of discourtesy1
Discover More
Example Sentences
I didn't mean to convey any discourtesy and I apologise if I did.
From The Daily Beast
This was not done; but during several days the ill humour of the Lower House showed itself by a studied discourtesy.
From Project Gutenberg
For a wise man, he seems never to have been sufficiently aware how much offence is given by discourtesy in small things.
From Project Gutenberg
But Miss Mildmay did not resent the little discourtesy—her mind was pursuing its own train of thought. '
From Project Gutenberg
The girl will not resent indifference, even discourtesy and neglect, if only her aim is accomplished.
From Project Gutenberg
Was this an intentional act of discourtesy on the part of the viceroy?
From Project Gutenberg
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse