Audacity and Courtesy

Opposite meaning words

Audacity noun - Shameless boldness.

Usage example: I can't believe she had the audacity to tell me to shut up!

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Courtesy is an antonym for audacity.

Nearby Words: audacious, audaciousness

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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Audacity is an antonym for courtesy.

Nearby Word: courteous

elaborate	elaborate audacity	elaborate courtesy
big	big audacity	big courtesy

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