Considerate and Discourteous
Opposite meaning words
Considerate
Considerate adjective - Given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others.
Discourteous is an antonym for considerate.
Nearby Words: consideration, considerable
Discourteous
Discourteous adjective - Showing a lack of manners or consideration for others.
Usage example: wouldn't tolerate anything so discourteous as the interruption of another speaker during a discussion
Considerate is an antonym for discourteous.
Nearby Word: discourtesy
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