Discourtesy and Deference

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Discourtesy noun - Rude behavior.

Usage example: the courtiers shuddered at the discourtesy shown to the king

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Deference is an antonym for discourtesy.

Nearby Word: discourteous

Deference noun - A readiness or willingness to yield to the wishes of others.

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Discourtesy is an antonym for deference in topics: respect, attention.

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