Courtesy and Inconsiderateness

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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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Inconsiderateness is an antonym for courtesy.

Nearby Word: courteous

Inconsiderateness noun - Rude behavior.

Usage example: for sheer inconsiderateness, that lout has everyone else beat

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Courtesy is an antonym for inconsiderateness.

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