Courtesy and Vulgarity

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Courtesy noun - Speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding.

Usage example: a woman who responds to every situation with courtesy and kindness

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Vulgarity is an antonym for courtesy.

Nearby Word: courteous

Vulgarity noun - The quality or state of lacking refinement or good taste.

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Courtesy is an antonym for vulgarity.

simple	simple courtesy	simple vulgarity
outright	outright courtesy	outright vulgarity

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