courtesy
Translation
politeness, good manners, a polite act
Examples
He treated everyone with courtesy and respect.
He treated everyone with courtesy and respect.
It's only common courtesy to say thank you.
It's only common courtesy to say thank you.
A courtesy bus is provided for hotel guests.
A courtesy bus is provided for hotel guests.
Grammar Patterns
((courtesy)) politeness He always shows great courtesy to others.
((a courtesy)) a polite act It was a simple courtesy, but it meant a lot.
((courtesy + noun)) provided free of charge The hotel offers a courtesy shuttle service.
Similar Words
Synonyms: politeness, civility, graciousness; Antonyms: rudeness, discourtesy
Etymology
From Old French 'curteisie', from 'curteis' (courteous), related to 'court'. It means 'behavior fitting for a court'.
Memory Tips
Think of the polite behavior expected in a royal 'court'.