Dutiful and Impolite

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Dutiful adjective - Marked by or showing proper regard for another's higher status.

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Impolite is an antonym for dutiful.

Nearby Word: dutifully

Impolite adjective - Showing a lack of manners or consideration for others.

Usage example: the librarian was shocked that anyone could be so impolite as to continue talking despite repeated warnings to be quiet

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Dutiful is an antonym for impolite.

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