Brusqueness and Politeness

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Brusqueness noun - An abrupt discourteous manner.

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Politeness is an antonym for brusqueness in topics: disrespect, quality of being rough in conduct.

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

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Brusqueness is an antonym for politeness.

Nearby Words: polite, politely

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Politeness and Brusqueness. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 03, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/brusqueness/politeness

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